remetal

/riːˈmɛtəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A remnant or a residue, especially a metal residue.

“The old factory left behind a remetal of toxic chemicals in the soil.”

2. verb

To extract or remove metal from something.

“The process of remetal involves using a chemical solution to dissolve the metal.”

Synonyms

  • remnant
  • residue

Antonyms

  • purify
  • remove