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liquefactive

/ˌlɪk.wɪfˈeɪ.tɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does liquefactive mean?

adjective

Tending to melt or become liquid; having a fluid or flowing consistency. Used especially of certain types of tissue or substances that break down and become liquid when injured or diseased.

Example

"The liquefactive properties of the enzyme made it useful for breaking down complex molecules."

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