Meaning Of The Word Decrepitate

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What's The Definition Of Decrepitate?

decrepitate in American English
to crackle when exposed to heat
to roast or calcine (salts, minerals, etc.) until a crackling sound is caused or until this sound stops
intransitive verb: to break up when exposed to heat
transitive verb: to roast or calcine (salt, minerals, etc.) so as to cause crackling or until crackling ceases

decrepitate in British English
verb: to heat (a substance, such as a salt) until it emits a crackling sound or until this sound stops

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