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CEFR B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Carbonize

Definition

To convert something into carbon or a carbon-like substance, especially by heating it in the absence of air, or to make something seem old or fossilized by treating it with chemicals or heat.

Example Sentences

1The ancient trees were carbonized over millions of years, turning them into fossils.
2Is the process of carbonizing wood to make it look old a common practice in furniture restoration?
3The company specializes in carbonizing organic materials to create sustainable fuels.
4If you carbonize the wood, it will be more resistant to decay and insect damage.
5The artist used a carbonizing technique to give the sculpture a weathered appearance.

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