decalcify

• Глагол, означающий удаление отложений кальция или кальцинированного материала из чего-либо, часто используемый в медицинском или промышленном контексте.

A verb meaning to remove calcium deposits or calcified material from something, often used in medical or industrial contexts.

1. Remove calcium from bones or teethC1formalmedical

   To cause the loss of calcium or calcium compounds from bones, teeth, or other bodily tissues.

   Удалить кальций

   • The disease can decalcify the bones, making them brittle.
   • Acidic drinks can decalcify tooth enamel over time.
   • The dentist warned that poor diet may decalcify the teeth.

   Synonymsdemineralize

2. Remove lime or calcium depositsC1formaltechnical

   To remove calcium or lime deposits from a surface or material, often through a chemical process.

   Удалить известковый налет

   • You need to decalcify the coffee machine regularly to keep it working.
   • The plumber used a special solution to decalcify the pipes.
   • Hard water can decalcify the heating elements in appliances.

   Synonymsdescale

   Antonymscalcify