tr.v. phos·pha·tized, phos·pha·tiz·ing, phos·pha·tiz·es 1. To change into phosphates or a phosphate. 2. To treat with phosphate or phosphoric acid. phos′pha·ti·zation (-tĭ-zāshən) n. |
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