desterilize

desterilize
desterilize [dē ster′ə līz΄]
vt.
desterilized, desterilizing
to bring back from a sterile state; specif., to release (gold) from a neutralized position into an active position in the monetary system where it can support credit and monetary issues

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  • desterilize — desterilization, n. /dee ster euh luyz /, v.t., desterilized, desterilizing. to utilize an idle fund or commodity, as when a nation issues currency against gold previously unused. Also, esp. Brit., desterilise. [DE + STERILIZE] * * * …   Universalium

  • desterilize — de·sterilize …   English syllables

  • desterilize — (ˈ)dē+ transitive verb Etymology: de + sterilize : to release (gold) from an insulated condition in the treasury to useful service (as in forming the base for further credit expansion through deposit in a central bank) * * * desterilization, n.… …   Useful english dictionary

  • desterilise — /diˈstɛrəlaɪz/ (say dee steruhluyz) verb (t) (desterilised, desterilising) to make unsterile. Also, desterilize …  

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