1. to form or cause to form crystals; to solidify into a crystalline structure
Usage: chemistry/physics context
2. to become clear, definite, or fixed in form; to take on a concrete shape
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• When the solution cools, the salt will begin crystallizing into visible crystals.
• Her vague ideas about the project are finally crystallizing into a concrete plan.
• The sugar crystallized as the syrup cooled on the marble slab.
• Over time, his thoughts on the matter crystallized into a firm position.
• The mineral deposits are crystallizing within the rock formation.
• The team's strategy crystallized after weeks of discussion and planning.