subtili'zation
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subtilize or subtilise (ˈsʌtɪˌlaɪz) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| 1. | (tr) to bring to a purer state; refine |
| 2. | to debate subtly |
| 3. | (tr) to make (the mind, etc) keener |
| subtilise or subtilise | |
| —vb | |
| subtili'zation or subtilise | |
| —n | |
| subtili'sation or subtilise | |
| —n | |
| 'subtilizer or subtilise | |
| —n | |
| 'subtiliser or subtilise | |
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