lyophilise

/laɪˈɑfɪlaɪz/
verb
  1. To freeze-dry something, especially in a laboratory or industrial process.
    • They lyophilise the coffee extract to create instant coffee granules.
    • The lab technician will lyophilise the protein sample to preserve it.
    • To keep the vaccine stable, the manufacturer must lyophilise it before shipping.
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