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nucleate

verb

/ˈnuːkliˌeɪt/

Meaning

to form into a nucleus or bring together into a central part

The droplets began to nucleate around tiny particles in the air.

cluster, gather, condense, crystallize

disperse, scatter

nucleate crystals, nucleate cells, nucleate structure

To express the meaning of something using different words, often to make it clearer.

to sparkle or shine brightly; to emit flashes of light

To suggest or imply an additional meaning beyond the literal one.

to quote; to mention as an example or proof

to engage in casual or frivolous romantic or sexual relationships

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant