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Word of the Day – Rancidification

By September 11, 2020Word of the Day

Rancidification (noun)

ran-sid-if-ik-ay-shun

The process of becoming rancid; the oxidation of oils and fats which this involves.

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Scientific American. From rancid + -ification.

Example sentences

“The rancidification process is fascinating.”

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