nectarise

/ˈnek.tɑː.raɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause to become nectar-rich, especially to produce a fragrant or sweet secretion

“The flowers began to nectarise as the sun rose higher in the sky.”

2. verb

to draw or suck nectar from flowers

“The hummingbird nectarised the flower’s long, red tube.”

3. verb

to cause a substance to become nectar-like or fragrant

“The perfume nectarised the air with its sweet scent.”

Synonyms

  • fragrantize
  • sweeten

Antonyms

  • deodorize
  • unfragrant