solarize

verb
so·​lar·​ize | \ ˈsō-lə-ˌrīz How to pronounce solarize (audio) \
solarized; solarizing

Definition of solarize

transitive verb

1a : to affect by the action of the sun's rays
b : to expose to sunlight
2 : to subject (photographic materials) to solarization

Examples of solarize in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Café Moto roaster in Barrio Logan is completely solarized and produces about 3,000 pounds per day. sandiegouniontribune.com, "Coming Soon: Kiss My Glass," 21 Nov. 2017 Even if not putting new soil in, dump out the old soil on a tarp and solarize it for a couple of days. Colleen Smith, The Denver Post, "How container gardens can convert your balcony or patio into an oasis," 12 May 2017

First Known Use of solarize

1853, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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