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Torrefy v. t. (past & past part. torrefied; pres. part. torrefying) (Written also torrify)

To dry by a fire.

(Metal.) To subject to scorching heat, so as to drive off volatile ingredients; to roast, as ores.

(Pharm.) To dry or parch, as drugs, on a metallic plate till they are friable, or are reduced to the state desired.

Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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