sublanate

/sʌbˈleɪneɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to convert a metal oxide into a base metal, typically by reducing it with carbon monoxide or hydrogen.

“The process of sublanating copper oxide results in the recovery of pure copper.”

2. noun

a product or result of sublanation, especially in metallurgy.

“The sublanate of the reaction was a valuable byproduct.”

Synonyms

  • convert
  • reduce

Antonyms

  • increase
  • oxidize