decatize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To steam something (typically a fabric) with the intention of uncurling it, giving it a lustre, or fixing a finish on it.

Pronunciation

/ˈdɛkətaɪz/

Word forms

decatize decatizes decatizing decatized decatise

Etymology

From French décatir + -ize; see decate for more.

Synonyms

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