To disintegrate by the blades becoming severed from the axis
To defeat (someone) who then refuses to admit defeat.
The central cylindrical core of an ear of corn (maize) on which the kernels are attached in rows.
To combine fissile material with nonfissile material in order to prevent its use in an atomic weapon.
To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.
To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for most other purposes.