reforming

[ ri-fawr-ming ]

noun

1. Chemistry. the process of cracking low-octane petroleum fractions in order to increase the octane number.

Other Words From

• anti·re·forming adjective noun
• unre·forming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of reforming¹

First recorded in 1920–25; reform + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The government is bringing in new housing targets for local councils in England, which the previous administration dropped and is reforming planning laws to try to accelerate building.

From BBC

“Just putting more money in the system without reforming it isn’t the answer,” she said.

From BBC

The team improved a reaction called dry reforming of methane that converts methane and carbon dioxide into syngas, a valued mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide used by oil and chemical companies worldwide.

From Science Daily

Yet some of his ideas around reforming the FDA have found support from health experts, lawmakers and concerned consumers alike - including some Democrats.

From BBC

The report it produced, as the commission noted, was essential for historical understanding, preventing the spread of misinformation, reforming national security and readiness, and maintaining public confidence in government.

From Los Angeles Times