διαλύω — meaning in English

English meaning

• dissolve verb To mix completely into a liquid so as to become part of the solution.
• pound noun The main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).

Senses

διαλύω is used for these senses in English:

• dissolve (transitive) To terminate a union of multiple members actively, as by disbanding.
• dissolve (physical chemistry) (transitive) To disintegrate chemically into a solution by immersion into a liquid or other material.
• pound (transitive) To crush to pieces; to pulverize.

dissolve — full definition

1. verb To mix completely into a liquid so as to become part of the solution.
2. verb To officially end or break up an organization, agreement, or assembly.

pound — full definition

1. noun The main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).
2. noun A place where stray animals, or illegally parked vehicles, are held until claimed.
3. verb To hit something repeatedly and hard.
4. verb To beat strongly or throb, as a heart or head.

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