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plural of sublimation n. (chemistry) a change directly from the solid to the gaseous state without becoming liquid n. (psychology) modifying the natural expression of an impulse or instinct (especially a sexual one) to o…

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  1. plural of sublimation n. (chemistry) a change directly from the solid to the gaseous state without becoming liquid n. (psychology) modifying the natural expression of an impulse or instinct (especially a sexual one) to one that is socially acceptable