1. preserved by freeze-drying; having undergone lyophilization to remove water while maintaining structure and properties
Usage: chiefly British spelling; American English typically uses 'lyophilized'; technical term used in pharmaceutical, food, and scientific contexts

Examples

• The lyophilised vaccine powder must be reconstituted with sterile water before injection.
• Lyophilised coffee retains much of its original flavor and aroma.
• The pharmaceutical company produces lyophilised antibiotics for long-term storage.
• Lyophilised fruit samples are commonly used in laboratory research.
• The lyophilised extract was stable at room temperature for over two years.