Found 2 items, similar to ionize.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: ionize ionize v 1: become converted into ions [syn: ionise] 2: convert into ions [syn: ionise]
English → English (gcide) Definition: ionize ionize \i"on*ize\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Ionized; p. pr. & vb. n. Ionizing.] (Physics, Chemistry) To convert (an atom or molecule) into ions, e. g. by dissolving in water, by reaction with acid or alkali, or by interaction with ionizing radiation. See ionization. [Webster 1913 Suppl. +PJC] ionize \ionize\ v. i. 1. (Physics, Chemistry) to dissociate into ions, as by dissolution in water or another polar solvent. [WordNet 1.5]