1. removing chlorine or chlorine compounds from a substance, especially water
Usage: present participle of dechlorinate; commonly used in water treatment and environmental contexts

Examples

• The water treatment facility is dechlorinating the municipal water supply.
• Dechlorinating tap water is important before adding it to aquariums.
• The process of dechlorinating involves using activated carbon filters.
• They are dechlorinating the pool water after the maintenance cycle.
• Dechlorinating agents help remove harmful chlorine residues from drinking water.