redissolve

/ˌrɛdɪˈsɒlv, -ˈsɒl-/

Definitions

1. verb

to dissolve again, especially a solid into a liquid

“The scientist had to redissolve the crystals in order to analyze their molecular structure.”

2. verb

to cause to become loose or disintegrate

“The heavy rain caused the asphalt to redissolve and become soft.”

3. noun

an act of dissolving again

“The process of redissolution helped the plant recover from drought.”

Synonyms

  • redissaginate
  • redissolve
  • reliquefy
  • reliquify

Antonyms

  • coagulate
  • congeal
  • solidify