centrifugate: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowTechnical/scientific
Quick answer
What does “centrifugate” mean?
to separate substances of different densities using centrifugal force.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
to separate substances of different densities using centrifugal force
to spin a mixture rapidly to separate its components; to subject to centrifugation
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning; 'centrifuge' as verb slightly more common in both variants
Connotations
Technical precision in both; slightly more likely in UK academic writing
Frequency
Equally rare in both dialects; primarily scientific/technical contexts
Grammar
How to Use “centrifugate” in a Sentence
centrifugate somethingcentrifugate something at X rpmcentrifugate something to separate YVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “centrifugate” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- Centrifugate the blood samples at 3000 rpm.
- You must centrifugate the mixture before analysis.
- The protocol requires you to centrifugate for 15 minutes.
American English
- Centrifugate the specimen at high speed.
- We need to centrifugate these samples immediately.
- Always centrifugate before removing the supernatant.
adverb
British English
- No standard adverbial use
American English
- No standard adverbial use
adjective
British English
- No standard adjectival use
American English
- No standard adjectival use
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare; only in biotech/pharma industries
Academic
Common in chemistry/biology lab reports
Everyday
Extremely rare
Technical
Standard in laboratory procedures
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “centrifugate”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “centrifugate”
- Using as noun instead of verb
- Confusing with 'centrifuge' (device vs. action)
- Misspelling as 'centrafugate'
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
As verbs they are largely synonymous, but 'centrifuge' is more common. 'Centrifugate' emphasizes the action while 'centrifuge' can also refer to the machine.
Rarely. The noun form usually refers to the material resulting from centrifugation, but 'centrifugation' is preferred for the process.
Chemistry, biology, medical laboratories, and industrial separation processes.
No, the spelling is identical in both variants.
to separate substances of different densities using centrifugal force.
Centrifugate is usually technical/scientific in register.
Centrifugate: in British English it is pronounced /ˈsentrɪfjuːɡeɪt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈsentrəfjuːɡeɪt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
CENTRIfugate = CENTER + FUGitive → imagine particles fleeing from the center when spun
Conceptual Metaphor
Separation through forced outward motion
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'centrifugate'?