Meaning of chlorinate in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈklɔrəˌneɪt/

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1. Verb

   chlorinate

   Definitions

   1. treat or combine with chlorine

   Examples

   • « chlorinated water »

   Derived terms

   • atomic number 17
   • chlorination
   • chlorine
   • Cl
2. 2. disinfect with chlorine

   Examples

   • « chlorinate a pool »

   Derived terms

   • atomic number 17
   • chlorination
   • chlorine
   • Cl

Browse dictionary

• chloride of lime
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• chloric acid
• chlorhexidine
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• chlorinated lime
• chlorination
• chlorine
• chlorine dioxide