Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phosphorize

verb

/ˈfɒsfəraɪz/

Definition

To treat or coat with phosphorus or a phosphorus compound.

Examples

The engineer decided to phosphorize the semiconductor to increase its efficiency.
For better light emission, they needed to phosphorize the surface of the panel.

Meaning

Phosphorize refers to the process of applying phosphorus to a material, often to enhance its properties, such as luminosity or electrical conductivity.