bessemerize

/bɛsˈmɛrɪzaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat or process (something) using a Bessemer process, especially to produce steel; to convert (something) into a more desirable form or state

“The new factory will bessemerize the raw metal to produce high-quality steel.”

2. verb

to give (something) a modern or improved quality

“The company’s new strategy will bessemerize their outdated business model.”

Synonyms

  • improve
  • modernize

Antonyms

  • degrade
  • deteriorate