v. dis·sim·i·lat·ed, dis·sim·i·lat·ing, dis·sim·i·lates v.tr. 1. To make unlike or dissimilar. 2. Linguistics To cause to undergo dissimilation. v.intr. 1. To become unlike or dissimilar. 2. Linguistics To undergo dissimilation. [DIS- + (AS)SIMILATE.] |
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