ionize

🇺🇸 /ˈaɪənaɪz/ 🇬🇧 /ˈaɪənaɪz/
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verb
R

To ionize means to change a substance into ions, which are atoms or molecules that have lost or gained electrons.

The strong radiation can ionize the gas in the air, creating a glowing effect.

translation

v. To ionize means to change a substance into ions, which are atoms or molecules that have lost or gained electrons.

Word Forms

3rd Present ionizes
Past ionized
Perfect ionized
Progressive ionizing