Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bromize

verb
/ˈbroʊ.maɪz/
Definition
To treat or combine with bromine, especially in a chemical context.
Examples
  • Researchers decided to bromize the organic compound to enhance its reactivity.
  • In the lab, the chemist used bromine gas to bromize several samples for the experiment.
  • The reaction was successful after they managed to bromize the starting material effectively.
Meaning
Bromize refers to the process of introducing bromine into a compound or reaction, typically to modify the chemical properties of the substance.
Synonyms
  • Halogenate
  • Br-activate