gradate en · VERB
Etymology
Back-formation from gradation.
Meanings
- (ambitransitive) To change imperceptibly from one gradation of tone etc. to another.
- (transitive) To arrange in order of grades.
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(transitive) To bring to a certain strength or grade of concentration.
to gradate a saline solution
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| gradates | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| gradated | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| gradated | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| gradating | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |