Torrefy
Pronunciation : Tor"re*fy
Part of Speech : v.
Etymology : [L. torrere to parch + -fy: cf. F. torr?fier, L. torrefacere.] [Written also torrify.]
Definition : 1. To dry by a fire. Sir T. Browne.
2. (Metal.)
Defn: To subject to scorching heat, so as to drive off volatile ingredients; to roast, as ores.
3. (Pharm.)
Defn: To dry or parch, as drugs, on a metallic plate till they are friable, or are reduced to the state desired.
t. [imp. & p. p. Torrefied; p. pr. & vb. n. Torrefying.]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913