lyophilized

/laɪˈɑfɪlaɪzd/
adjective
  1. Describing something that has been freeze-dried.
    • Lyophilized fruits are popular among hikers for their light weight and long shelf life.
    • The lyophilized bacteria can be stored for years at room temperature.
    • She added water to the lyophilized powder to reconstitute the medicine.
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