arsenicize

/ɑːrsəˈnɪsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat or contaminate something with arsenic, especially in small quantities to kill pests or weeds

“The farmer decided to arsinicize his crops to prevent infestation.”

2. verb

to make or become poisonous or unwholesome, especially by the presence of arsenic

“The old well water had been arsinicized over the years, rendering it undrinkable.”

3. verb

to cause to contain arsenic

“The new paint product arsinicized the surface, emitting a strong smell.”

Synonyms

  • contaminate
  • poison
  • toxify

Antonyms

  • cleanse
  • purify