de-alcoholization
|de-al-co-hol-i-za-tion|
/diːˌælkəˌhɒlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
removal of alcohol
Etymology
'de-alcoholization' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' and 'alcohol,' referring to the intoxicating substance, combined with the suffix '-ization' indicating a process.
'de-alcoholization' evolved from the combination of 'de-' and 'alcohol' with the suffix '-ization' to describe the process of removing alcohol.
Initially, it meant 'removal of alcohol,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of removing alcohol from a liquid, especially from beverages like wine or beer.
The de-alcoholization of wine allows people to enjoy the taste without the effects of alcohol.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 18:17