Deozonize

/diːˈoʊzoʊnaɪz/ verb

Definition

To remove ozone from something or to cause ozone to break down.

Etymology

From de- (to remove) + ozone + -ize (verb suffix). The verb form developed from the noun ozone in chemistry contexts.

Kelly Says

In water treatment plants, they sometimes intentionally deozonize water after using ozone for purification, because leftover ozone can be harmful—it's a delicate balance between killing germs and making the water safe to drink.

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