Definition
desulfurise
verb
- to remove sulfur or sulfur compounds from (a substance, especially fuel or industrial material)
Usage: chiefly British spelling; American English typically uses 'desulfurize'; technical/industrial term
Examples
- The refinery uses advanced technology to desulfurise crude oil before processing.
- Coal must be desulfurised to reduce harmful emissions when burned.
- Modern power plants desulfurise flue gases to meet environmental regulations.
- The process helps desulfurise petroleum products for cleaner fuel.
- Industrial facilities invest in equipment to desulfurise their output.