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Definition of decarbonize
decarbonize
/diːˈkɑːrbənaɪz/
(UK: decarbonise)
de · car · bon · ize
Past Simple:decarbonized
•Past Participle:decarbonized
•Present Participle:decarbonizing
decarbonize Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
Syllables
4
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• verb
1
To reduce or eliminate carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions from (an economy, industry, or energy system), or to transition away from fossil fuels.
Example
"Many nations have pledged to decarbonize their power grids over the next two decades by investing in renewable energy."
2
To remove carbon or carbonaceous deposits from (a substance, metal, or internal combustion engine).
Example
"The mechanic had to decarbonize the cylinder head to restore the engine's efficiency."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Decarbonize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/decarbonize