Meaning of the word catalyze in English

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catalyze

US /ˈkæt̬.əl.aɪz/
UK /ˈkæt̬.əl.aɪz/
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Verb

1.

cause or accelerate (a reaction) by acting as a catalyst

Example:
Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions in the body.
The new policy is expected to catalyze economic growth.
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