kaolinise

/kɑːɒˈlɪnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat or process something with kaolin, or to give it a characteristic appearance of kaolin.

“The old car was kaolinised to make it look like a vintage model.”

2. noun

the act of treating or processing something with kaolin.

“The kaolinisation of the soil has improved its fertility.”

Synonyms

  • bleaching
  • whitening
  • whitewash

Antonyms

  • dull
  • tarnish