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Definition of Elutriate
1. v. t. To wash or strain out so as to purify; as, to elutriate the blood as it passes through the lungs; to strain off or decant, as a powder which is separated from heavier particles by being drawn off with water; to cleanse, as by washing.
Definition of Elutriate
1. [v -ATED, -ATING, -ATES]
Medical Definition of Elutriate
1. To wash or strain out so as to purify; as, to elutriate the blood as it passes through the lungs; to strain off or decant, as a powder which is separated from heavier particles by being drawn off with water; to cleanse, as by washing. Origin: L. Elutriatus, p. P. Of elutriare. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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