decolorize

[ dee-kuhl-uh-rahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, de·col·or·ized, de·col·or·iz·ing.

1. decolor.

Other Words From

• de·color·i·zation noun
• de·color·izer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of decolorize¹

First recorded in 1830–40; de- + colorize

Example Sentences

The chlorine and oxygen will combine their action to decolorize the textile material.

From Project Gutenberg

If the culture is too old the spores will all be free outside the rods, while if too young they will decolorize with the acid.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• dim
• disappear
• dissolve
• dull
• evaporate
• vanish