functionalize

[ fuhngk-shuh-nl-ahyz ]

verb (used with object)

functionalized, functionalizing.

1. to make functional.

Other Word Forms

• function·al·i·zation noun
• de·function·al·ize verb (used with object) defunctionalized defunctionalizing

Word History and Origins

Origin of functionalize¹

First recorded in 1860–65; functional + -ize

Example Sentences

But if you have a molecule with many C-H bonds, iridium catalysts fail to selectively functionalize the desired bond.

From Science Daily

Their idea is to differentiate between C-H bonds based on electronic properties in order to functionalize them.

From Science Daily

However, chemists rely on traditional approaches to functionalize them.

From Science Daily

"Many researchers are interested in using aptamers for their projects, but as it is very difficult to get them, they cannot test their ideas or explore novel applications. Aptamers can be used as therapeutics by themselves, they can be conjugated with drugs or nanoparticles to guide delivery and improve efficacy, they can be applied to functionalize a detection kit for examining whether a blood sample contains viruses or cancer biomarkers. Basically, aptamers can be applied anywhere antibodies are designed."

From Science Daily

“Let’s grow it, let’s functionalize it, let’s own it, let’s make money around it, let’s create jobs around it and let’s build a better food system around it,” he said.

From Washington Times

Quiz

Q: Fill in the blank: "Salchipapas" is a portmanteau of the Spanish words for ______ and ______.

• salt and potatoes
• sausage and French fries
• sardines and French fries

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