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sa•pon•i•fy



Pronunciation: (su-pon'u-fī"), [key]
—v., -fied, -fy•ing. Chem.

—v.t.
1. to convert (a fat) into soap by treating with an alkali.
2. to decompose (any ester), forming the corresponding alcohol and acid or salt.

—v.i.
to become converted into soap.

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