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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

nucleate

/ˈnjuːkliːeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does nucleate mean?

verb

To form a nucleus or central part; to cause a substance to precipitate out of a solution and form a central mass. To initiate or start a process or activity.

Example

"The formation of ice crystals in a cloud nucleates the development of a storm."

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