Definition of detoxify

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de·tox·i·fy

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TRANSITIVE VERB:
de·tox·i·fied, de·tox·i·fy·ing, de·tox·i·fies

To counteract or destroy the toxic properties of.
To remove the effects of poison from.
To treat (an individual) for alcohol or drug dependence, usually under a medically supervised program designed to rid the body of intoxicating or addictive substances.

ETYMOLOGY:
de- + toxi(c) + -fy

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