devitali'zation
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devitalize or devitalise (diːˈvaɪtəˌlaɪz) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| (tr) to lower or destroy the vitality of; make weak or lifeless: the war devitalized the economy | |
| devitalise or devitalise | |
| —vb | |
| devitali'zation or devitalise | |
| —n | |
| devitali'sation or devitalise | |
| —n | |
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Devitali'zation
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| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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