decolorize
verb
de·col·or·ize
(ˌ)dē-ˈkə-lə-ˌrīz 
decolorized; decolorizing
: to remove color from
decolorize vinegar by adsorption of impurities on activated charcoal
Synonyms
Examples of decolorize in a Sentence
the sample was decolorized before being examined under a microscope
Recent Examples on the Web
The bad news: Non-decolorized, whole-leaf aloe extract contains aloin, a chemical that has been shown to cause cancer in rats when ingested.
—
Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 21 May 2018
Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 21 May 2018
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'decolorize.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near decolorize
Cite this Entry
“Decolorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decolorize. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
Medical Definition
decolorize
transitive verb
de·col·or·ize
variants
or British decolourize
also decolourise
decolorized or British decourized also decolourised; decolorizing or British decolourizing also decolourising
: to remove color from
decolorize vinegar by adsorption of impurities on activated charcoal
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share