decarbonate
|de/car/bon/ate|
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/diːˈkɑːrbəˌneɪt/
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/diːˈkɑːbəneɪt/
remove carbon dioxide
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decarbonate' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' and 'carbonate' referring to carbon dioxide or carbonic acid.
Historical Evolution
'decarbonate' was formed by combining the prefix 'de-' with 'carbonate' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove carbon dioxide,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to remove carbon dioxide or carbonic acid from a substance.
The process is used to decarbonate water in industrial settings.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 07:27