ACTIVATE
- to make active or more active as
- make (as molecules) reactive or more reactive
- convert (as a provitamin) into a biologically active derivative
- make (a substance) radioactive
- treat (as carbon or alumina) so as to improve adsorptive properties
- set up or formally institute (as a military unit) with the necessary personnel and equipment
- put (an individual or unit) on active duty
- become active