Definition

To separate metals in an alloy by melting the more easily melted parts while keeping the harder parts solid.

Example

The process to liquate the metals in the alloy was carefully monitored to ensure quality.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was reading about how to liquate metals in an alloy.

Oh really? That sounds interesting! How does it work?

You basically melt the more fusible parts while keeping the others solid.

That makes sense! I never knew that was a process.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liquate → It is formed from "liquere" (meaning to be fluid or to flow) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating a process or action). The word "liquate" means to cause a substance to become liquid or to melt.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'liquere' which means to flow — this helps you remember that 'liquate' refers to the process of making something liquid.

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