Definition of "desensitise" [desensitise]

• Alternative spelling of desensitize. (verb)

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• "That quote is from Scientists look to 'desensitise' kids to food allergens by Stephen Daniells on the FoodNavigator-USA. com site."
• "This is, at least, a far more interesting debate than the unfounded fear that computer games, like gory films, cause violent behaviour over time or at least 'desensitise' the young to violence."
• "The research team also believes that the new, safer peanut could also be used to help desensitise sufferers."