crystallize (
http://definr.com/crystallize)
v 1: cause to take on a definite and clear shape; "He tried to
crystallize his thoughts" [syn:
crystallise,
crystalise,
crystalize]
2: make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear: "Could
you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who
is at fault" [syn:
clarify,
clear,
clear up, {shed
light on},
crystallise,
crystalize,
crystalise, {straighten
out},
sort out,
enlighten,
illuminate,
elucidate]
[ant:
confuse]
3: cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form;
"crystallize minerals" [syn:
crystallise,
crystalize,
crystalise]
4: assume crystalline form; become crystallized [syn:
crystalize,
crystalise,
effloresce]