Definition

To treat a person's blood by removing waste products and excess fluid using a machine, usually because their kidneys are not working properly.

Example

The doctor decided to dialyze the patient to help remove toxins from their blood.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard you had to dialyze last week, how did it go?

It was tougher than I expected, but I managed.

I can only imagine — does it take long to dialyze?

Usually a few hours, but it’s worth it for my health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dialyze → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "lyze" (from Greek "lyzein", meaning to loosen or dissolve). The word refers to the process of separating substances through a membrane, effectively loosening or dissolving them across it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'through' ('dia-') and 'loosening' ('lyze') to remember that 'dialyze' means to separate or dissolve substances through a membrane.

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