Synonyms of electrolysis

Noun


1. electrolysis, decomposition, decomposition reaction, chemical decomposition reaction

usage: (chemistry) a chemical decomposition reaction produced by passing an electric current through a solution containing ions

2. electrolysis, depilation, epilation

usage: removing superfluous or unwanted hair by passing an electric current through the hair root

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Definition and meaning of electrolysis (Dictionary)