deaerate

/dɪˈɛərɪˌreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove air from something, especially to make it free from air or to reduce the air pressure inside it

“The scuba diver’s body needed to deaerate slowly to prevent the formation of gas bubbles in his bloodstream.”

2. noun

the act of removing air from something

“The process of deaeration is crucial in the production of beer to prevent spoilage.”

Synonyms

  • degas
  • depressurize

Antonyms

  • inflate
  • pressurize