devitalization

UK
/diːˌvaɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
US
/diˌvaɪtələˈzeɪʃən/
devitalizationnoun
devitalizations
pl
Translations
The devitalization of the plant was evident after weeks without water.
La dévitalisation de la plante était évidente après des semaines sans eau.
Definitions
The process of depriving something of its vitality or life force.
The devitalization of the plant was evident after weeks without water.
A dental procedure involving the removal of the nerve and pulp from a tooth.
The dentist recommended devitalization to alleviate the patient's toothache.
devitalizationadjective
UK
/diːˌvaɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
US
/diˌvaɪtələˈzeɪʃən/
Used attributively in compounds such as “devitalization process” or “devitalization therapy”.
Translations
dévitalisantSe dit surtout en contexte médical ou dentaire.
The devitalization procedure was performed by the dentist.
La procédure dévitalisante a été réalisée par le dentiste.
Definitions
Relating to or involved in the process of devitalizing something.
Follow-up care is essential after a devitalization procedure.