1. removing calcium or calcium compounds from something
Usage: present participle of decalcify; often used in medical and scientific contexts

Examples

• The dentist explained that acid was decalcifying her tooth enamel.
• The laboratory technician is decalcifying the bone samples for analysis.
• Hard water deposits require decalcifying agents to remove them effectively.
• The medical team focused on decalcifying the patient’s arterial blockages.
• Coffee makers need regular cleaning to prevent mineral buildup from decalcifying solutions.
• The researcher spent hours decalcifying tissue samples before examination.