Detoxifies

/dɪˈtɑksɪfaɪz/ verb

Definition

Removes toxic or poisonous substances from something in the present tense; makes something safe by eliminating toxins.

Etymology

Third person singular present tense of detoxify. The -ifies ending shows the verb conjugated for he/she/it/third person singular.

Kelly Says

When scientists say 'the liver detoxifies the blood,' they're describing one of the most important chemical factories in your body, running 24/7 to keep you from being poisoned by your own food.

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