rarefy (v.)

  1. lessen the density or solidity of; The bones are rarefied'

  2. make more subtle or refined

    [ Syn: sublimate , subtilize ]

  3. weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance)

    [ Syn: attenuate ]

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