podsolize

/pɒdˈsɒlaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to convert peat into podzolic soil

“The process of podsolization of the peatland was sped up due to the changing climate.”

2. noun

the process of converting peat into podzolic soil

“The scientist studied the podsolization of the peatland over the years.”

Synonyms

  • peatify
  • podzolize

Antonyms

  • degrade
  • denitrify