catalyze
US /ˈkæt̬.əl.aɪz/
UK /ˈkæt̬.əl.aɪz/
1.
催化, 促进
cause or accelerate (a reaction) by acting as a catalyst
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Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions in the body.
酶催化体内的生化反应。
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The new policy is expected to catalyze economic growth.
新政策有望促进经济增长。