Centrifugalise

/senˈtrɪfjuːɡəlaɪz/ verb

Definition

To subject to centrifugal force; to separate or refine materials using a centrifuge (British spelling).

Etymology

From 'centrifugal' (from Latin 'centrum' center + 'fugal' fleeing) + '-ise' (British verb-forming suffix). The British variant of the American 'centrifugalize,' reflecting regional spelling conventions.

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