irradiate
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/ɪˈreɪdieɪt/
🇬🇧
/ɪˈreɪdieɪt/
verb
R
To shine light or heat on something, or to treat something with radiation.
The sun irradiated the garden, making it warm and bright.
R
To treat food with gamma radiation to help it last longer.
The food was irradiated to preserve it for a longer time.
R
To make something look brighter or more cheerful.
The room was irradiated with colorful decorations.
translation
To shine light or heat on something, or to treat something with radiation.; To treat food with gamma radiation to help it last longer.; To make something look brighter or more cheerful.
Word Forms
3rd Present
irradiates
Past
irradiated
Perfect
irradiated
Progressive
irradiating