pelletize

[ pel-i-tahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, pel·let·ized, pel·let·iz·ing.

1. to make or form (concentrated ore) into pellets.

verb (used without object)

, pel·let·ized, pel·let·iz·ing.

1. to make or manufacture pellets.

Other Words From

• pellet·i·zation noun
• pellet·izer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of pelletize¹

First recorded in 1940–45; pellet + -ize

Example Sentences

Dr. Bionaz elaborated, "Dairy cows are creatures of routine and are likely not accustomed to the characteristic 'skunk' smell from spent hemp biomass, especially in its concentrated pelletized form."

From Science Daily

In addition, fossil fuels are typically burned to heat the blast furnace and to power sintering and pelletizing plants, as well as coke ovens, emitting carbon dioxide in the process.

From Salon

The hops are processed, pelletized and packaged at the farm before being stored in refrigerators where they can remain for up to two years.

From Washington Times

Ms. Schinner estimates there are about 30 cultures in her library, pelletized or freeze dried, and stored in the freezer.

From New York Times

Included in the deal, Cliffs was adding six steelmaking facilities, eight finishing facilities, two iron ore mining and pelletizing operations, and three coal and cokemaking operations.

From Washington Times