Definitions

1. verb

to treat a substance, such as a solid or liquid, with a solvent to convert it into a colloidal solution

“The chemist peptized the mixture to create a uniform dispersion of particles.”

2. verb

to break down (a substance) into a colloidal solution

“The process of peptizing the protein helped to improve its solubility.”

3. noun

the act of peptizing

“The peptization of the mixture was a crucial step in the manufacturing process.”