decarbonization
|de-car-bon-i-za-tion|
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/diːˌkɑːrbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
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/diːˌkɑːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
(decarbonize)
remove carbon
Etymology
'decarbonization' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' and 'carbon,' referring to the chemical element, combined with the suffix '-ization' indicating a process.
'decarbonization' evolved from the concept of 'decarbonize,' which was first used in the context of removing carbon from iron in the 19th century.
Initially, it meant 'removal of carbon from iron,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'reducing carbon emissions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of reducing carbon dioxide emissions associated with electricity, industry, and transportation.
The government has set ambitious targets for decarbonization by 2050.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 17:21