pyrolyse

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To undergo pyrolysis.
  2. To decompose or transform a substance by subjecting it to heat.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

pyrolyse pyrolyses pyrolysing pyrolysed pyrolyze pyrolize

Etymology

From pyro- + -lyse.

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