Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
iodinate
verb
/ˈaɪ.ə.deɪt/
Definition
To treat or compound something with iodine, often in a chemical or biological context.
Examples
- The laboratory technicians decided to iodinate the samples to prevent bacterial growth.
- In cooking, you might iodinate salt to provide essential nutrients.
- For accurate results, it’s important to iodinate the reagents as specified in the protocol.
Meaning
The process of adding iodine to a substance, commonly used in chemistry and medicine, especially for sterilization or enhancement purposes.
Synonyms
- iodize
- treat with iodine
