sublimate

To be transformed directly from the solid to the gaseous state or from the gaseous to the solid state without becoming a liquid.

To cause (a solid or gas) to sublimate.

To modify the natural expression of (a primitive, instinctual impulse) in a socially acceptable manner.

To divert the energy associated with (an unacceptable impulse or drive) into an acceptable activity.

A product of sublimation.

To bring (a solid substance, such as camphor or sulphur) by heat into the state of vapor, which on cooling returns again to the solid state. See sublimation.

To extract by or as by sublimation.

Figuratively, to deprive of earthly dross; elevate; refine; purify; idealize.

Brought into a state of vapor by heat, and again condensed, as camphor, sulphur, etc.; hence, elevated; purified.