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fluidizable

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/ˈfluːɪdəˌzaɪzəbl/

(fluidize)

capable of being fluidized

Base FormNoun
fluidizefluidization
Etymology
Etymology Information

'fluidizable' originates from the verb 'fluidize', which comes from the Latin word 'fluidus', meaning 'flowing'.

Historical Evolution

'fluidus' transformed into the English word 'fluid', and eventually led to the creation of the verb 'fluidize', from which 'fluidizable' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make fluid', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being fluidized'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being fluidized, especially in reference to a solid material that can be made to behave like a fluid by passing a gas or liquid through it.

The powder is fluidizable, making it ideal for use in fluidized bed reactors.

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Last updated: 2025/01/19 08:55