Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

torrefied

Adjective

/ˈtɔːr.ə.faɪd/

Definition

To be subjected to a process of heating, usually in the absence of air, to remove moisture and volatile compounds from a material.

Examples

The torrefied wood was much lighter and easier to handle than untreated wood.
Farmers are using torrefied biomass as a renewable energy source to reduce their carbon footprint.
The coffee beans were torrefied to enhance their flavor and aroma.

Meaning

Torrefied refers to materials, typically biomass, that have been heat-treated to increase their energy content and make them more suitable for combustion or conversion into biofuels.