purify

Meanings

1. 1
   verb

   To make something clean by removing dirt or harmful substances.

   This device purifies the water so it is safe to drink.

2. 2
   verb

   To make someone or something free of sin or guilt.

   The ritual is meant to purify the soul.

From Middle English purifien, purifyen, from Old French purifier, purifiier, from Latin pūrificō, pūrificāre, from pūrus (“pure; clean”).

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