kyanize

[ kahy-uh-nahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, ky·an·ized, ky·an·iz·ing.

1. to treat (wood) against decay with a solution of mercuric chloride.

kyanize

/ ˈkaɪəˌnaɪz /

verb

1. tr to treat (timber) with corrosive sublimate to make it resistant to decay

Derived Forms

• ˌkyaniˈzation, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of kyanize¹

1830–40; named after J. H. Kyan (1774–1850), Irish developer of the process; -ize

Word History and Origins

Origin of kyanize¹

C19: after J. H. Kyan (died 1850), English inventor of the process