desorb

/dɪˈsɔrb/

Definitions

1. verb

to release or cause to be released from a surface, especially by heating or other means.

“The gas desorbed quickly from the metal surface after being heated.”

2. verb

to remove or separate (a substance) from a surface, especially by desiccation or other physical means.

“The desorbed particles were then filtered out of the air stream.”

3. noun

the act or process of desorbing.

“The desorb process was critical to the success of the experiment.”

Synonyms

  • desiccate
  • sublimate

Antonyms

  • adsorb