Definition and Synonyms for Chlorinate

Definition of Chlorinate

1. Treat or combine with chlorine Verb
2. Disinfect with chlorine Verb

Semanticaly linked words with "chlorinate"

Lexical Analysis for "chlorinate"

chlorination
Noun
derivation
3
1. disinfection of water by the addition of small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound
2. disinfection of water by the addition of small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound
3. the addition or substitution of chlorine in organic compounds
chlorine
Noun
derivation
2
1. a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)
2. a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)

Words Rhyme with chlorinate

Etymology for chlorinate

has derived form chlorine
etymologically related perchlorinate
is derived from chlorinated
is derived from chlorinates
is derived from chlorinating
is derived from chlorination
is derived from chlorinator
is derived from perchlorinate