desulfur

/dɪˈsʌlfər/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove sulfur from (a substance)

“The plant was designed to desulfur the gases emitted from the power plant.”

2. noun

the process of removing sulfur from a substance

“The desulfur process is crucial in reducing air pollution.”

3. noun

a substance from which sulfur has been removed

“The desulfurized fuel was used in the cars.”

Synonyms

  • deshale
  • desulfurize

Antonyms

  • sulfurize