Definitions for: Ionize

[v] convert into ions; in physics or chemistry
[v] become converted into ions

Webster (1913) Definition: I"on*ize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Ionized; p. pr. & vb.
n. Ionizing.] (Elec. Chem.)
To separate (a compound) into ions, esp. by dissolving in
water. -- I`on*i*za"tion, n.

Synonyms: ionise

See Also: change, change state, turn