Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delime
verb
dih-LAHYM
Definition
To remove lime or limescale from a surface, such as a boiler or a pipe, typically using an acidic solution.
Examples
- The technician will delime the water heater to ensure it operates efficiently.
- To maintain your coffee machine, it’s important to delime it regularly.
- She used a vinegar solution to delime the kettle.
Meaning
Delime refers to the process of eliminating lime deposits that build up over time, especially in water heating systems or appliances.
Synonyms
- Descale
- Clean
- De-lime
