Definition of denature Denature

/dɪnejˈʧɚ/ - [dineycher] - de•na•ture

We found 8 definitions of denature from 3 different sources.

What does denature mean?

Verb denatures, denaturing, denatured
denature - add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb
		modify, alter, change make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage"
denature - modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished
		modify, alter, change make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage"
denature - make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes
		modify, alter, change make less severe or harsh or extreme; "please modify this letter to make it more polite"; "he modified his views on same-gender marriage"

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denature (Verb)
To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of a thing or a person.
denature (Verb)
To add something that makes alcohol unsuitable for consumption but leaves the alcohol suitable for other purposes.
denature (Verb)
To subject especially a protein to conditions altering its original form or state.
denature (Verb)
To combine fissionable material with nonfissionable material in order to prevent its use in an atomic weapon.