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Definition of decarbonize

decarbonize

/diːˈkɑːrbənaɪz/
(UK: decarbonise)
de · car · bon · ize

Past Simple:decarbonized
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Past Participle:decarbonized
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Present Participle:decarbonizing
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decarbonize Lexical Profile

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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."

• Rhymes for decarbonize

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Decarbonize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/decarbonize
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