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Possible definitions for subtilis
subtilise
subtilise
v : make (senses) more keen [syn: {subtilize}]
subtilin
subtilin
n : a polypeptide antibiotic (similar to bacitracin) obtained
from a soil bacterium
subtilize
subtilize
v 1: mark fine distinctions and subtleties, as among words
2: make more subtle or refined [syn: {rarefy}, {sublimate}]
3: make (senses) more keen [syn: {subtilise}]
subsidise
subsidise
v 1: secure the assistence of by granting a subsidy, as of
nations or military forces [syn: {subsidize}]
2: support through subsidies; "The arts in Europe are heavily
subsidized" [syn: {subsidize}]
subsidised
subsidised
adj : having partial financial support from public funds; "lived
in subsidized public housing" [syn: {subsidized}]
subsidiser
subsidiser
n : someone who assists or supports by giving a subsidy [syn: {subsidizer}]
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