Definitions

1. verb

to convert into a compound with tellurium, especially to convert silver into aurum potabile.

“The alchemist attempted to tellurize the silver in hopes of creating a valuable elixir.”

2. verb

to make or become rich in tellurium or tellurium compounds.

“The mining operation aimed to tellurize the newly discovered mineral deposits.”

3. noun

a chemical process that involves the conversion of a substance into a compound with tellurium.

“The researchers studied the tellurization process to better understand its applications.”

4. noun

a substance that has been tellurized, especially a compound that contains tellurium.

“The chemist analyzed the tellurized compounds to determine their properties.”