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decalcifying

/dɪˈkælkɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does decalcifying mean?

verb

The process of removing calcium deposits from a surface, especially a tooth or a bone. The act of making something less calcified.

Example

"The dentist used a decalcifying solution to remove the plaque from the patient's teeth."

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