Decolorizer: meaning, definitions and examples

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decolorizer

 

[ diˈkʌləˌraɪzər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical use

A decolorizer is a substance used to remove color from materials, such as fabrics or hair. This process is commonly applied in various industries, including textiles and hairdressing, to achieve a lighter or neutral tone.

Synonyms

bleach, color remover, whitener

Examples of usage

  • The hair stylist used a decolorizer to lighten the client's hair.
  • In the textile industry, a decolorizer is essential for preparing fabrics for dyeing.
  • The decolorizer worked effectively, leaving the fabric almost white.

Translations

Translations of the word "decolorizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descolorante

🇮🇳 रंग हटाने वाला

🇩🇪 Entfärber

🇮🇩 penghilang warna

🇺🇦 знебарвлювач

🇵🇱 odbarwiacz

🇯🇵 脱色剤

🇫🇷 décapant

🇪🇸 decolorante

🇹🇷 renk açıcı

🇰🇷 탈색제

🇸🇦 مزيل اللون

🇨🇿 odbarvovač

🇸🇰 odfarbovač

🇨🇳 脱色剂

🇸🇮 odbarvilec

🇮🇸 litarefni

🇰🇿 деколоризатор

🇬🇪 დეკოლორიზატორი

🇦🇿 rəngsizləşdirici

🇲🇽 decolorante

Etymology

The term 'decolorizer' is derived from the prefix 'de-' meaning to reverse or remove, and 'colorizer', which refers to a substance that adds color. The concept of decolorization has its roots in various cultures where the removal of color was essential for purifying materials or preparing them for new treatments. Historically, the use of bleaching agents dates back to ancient civilizations, where substances like bleach were derived from natural sources, such as plant extracts or minerals. As chemistry evolved, synthetic decolorizers were developed, allowing for more efficient and effective color removal in textiles and hair treatments. The modern understanding of decolorizers encompasses a wide range of chemical compounds specifically designed for various applications, emphasizing safety and efficacy in their design.