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Definition of Irradiate

1. Verb. Give spiritual insight to; in religion.

2. Verb. Cast rays of light upon.

3. Verb. Expose to radiation. "Irradiate food"

Definition of Irradiate

1. v. t. To throw rays of light upon; to illuminate; to brighten; to adorn with luster.

2. v. i. To emit rays; to shine.

3. a. Illuminated; irradiated.

Definition of Irradiate

1. [v -ATED, -ATING, -ATES]

Medical Definition of Irradiate

1. 1. To throw rays of light upon; to illuminate; to brighten; to adorn with luster. "Thy smile irradiates yon blue fields." (Sir W. Jones) 2. To enlighten intellectually; to illuminate; as, to irradiate the mind. 3. To animate by heat or light. 4. To radiate, shed, or diffuse. "A splendid faade, . . . Irradiating hospitality." (H. James) Origin: L. Irradiatus, p. P. Of irradiate. See In- in, and Radiate. To emit rays; to shine. Illuminated; irradiated. Origin: L. Irradiatus, p. P. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Irradiate

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