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Definition of Demineralization
1. Noun. Abnormal loss of mineral salts (especially from bone).
Exact synonyms: Demineralisation
Generic synonyms: Pathology
Group relationships: Osteomalacia
Derivative terms: Demineralise
Generic synonyms: Pathology
Group relationships: Osteomalacia
Derivative terms: Demineralise
2. Noun. The removal of minerals and mineral salts from a liquid (especially from water).
Exact synonyms: Demineralisation
Generic synonyms: Chemical Action, Chemical Change, Chemical Process
Derivative terms: Demineralise, Demineralize
Generic synonyms: Chemical Action, Chemical Change, Chemical Process
Derivative terms: Demineralise, Demineralize
Medical Definition of Demineralization
1. A loss or decrease of the mineral constituents of the body or individual tissues, especially of bone. (05 Mar 2000)