deodorize

[ dee-oh-duh-rahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, de·o·dor·ized, de·o·dor·iz·ing.

1. to rid of odor, especially of unpleasant odor.

deodorize

/ diːˈəʊdəˌraɪz /

verb

1. tr to remove, disguise, or absorb the odour of, esp when unpleasant

Derived Forms

• deˈodorˌizer, noun
• deˌodoriˈzation, noun

Other Words From

• de·odor·i·zation noun
• de·odor·izer noun
• nonde·odor·izing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of deodorize¹

First recorded in 1855–60; de- + odor + -ize

Example Sentences

Depending on the type of mattress you have, baking soda can be a powerful deodorizing agent.

From Seattle Times

When introduced separately, the fat, water and protein components of yogurt also had a deodorizing effect on raw garlic, but fat and protein performed better than water.

From Science Daily

These oils are exposed to extremely high heat, sometimes bleached, sometimes deodorized because they smell so bad after such extraction measures; the heat alone can turn these oils into trans fats.

From Salon

Once you've deodorized and scrubbed your cutting board, don't forget to give it—and the rest of your station—a good wash, especially if you've been working with raw proteins.

From Salon

The same selection principles apply to deodorizing sprays.

From Washington Post