sulfurage

/ˌsʌlfəˈrɪdʒ, -ˈrɪʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to obtain sulfur, especially by burning pyrite or other iron sulfide ores

“The geologists had to sulfurage the ore before extracting the valuable minerals.”

2. noun

the process of obtaining sulfur, especially by burning pyrite or other iron sulfide ores

“The sulfurage of the ore was a crucial step in the extraction process.”

Synonyms

  • desulfurization
  • sulfurizing

Antonyms

  • oxidation