Definitions

1. verb

to treat or process something with a chemical or biological agent to change its properties or composition

“The company decided to tropate the fabric to make it more water-resistant.”

2. verb

to expose or subject to a chemical or biological agent for a period of time to achieve a specific effect

“The scientists tropated the soil with a mixture of nutrients to enhance its fertility.”

3. noun

a chemical or biological agent used to treat or process something

“The tropate used in the manufacturing process was highly toxic and required special handling.”