sulfurize

/ˈsʌlfəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to add or treat with sulfur, or to cause to contain or be impregnated with sulfur

“The chemist sulfurized the metal to create a protective coating.”

2. verb

to give a sulfurous smell or taste to

“The rotten eggs sulfurized the air in the kitchen.”

3. verb

to treat with sulfur fumes to preserve or convert into a more valuable substance

“The farmer sulfurized the garlic to make it last longer.”

Synonyms

  • desulfurize
  • sulfur
  • sulfurate

Antonyms

  • purify
  • sweeten