Desalinize

/diːˈsælɪnaɪz/ verb

Definition

To remove salt from water; an alternative form of 'desalinate.'

Etymology

From 'de-' plus 'salinize,' using the '-ize' suffix for the verb form, which is common in American English and technical literature.

Kelly Says

'Desalinize' and 'desalinate' are both correct, but '-ize' endings are more common in American English while '-ate' endings are preferred in technical British English—language differences even in chemistry!

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