Definition
desulfur
verb
- to remove sulfur or sulfur compounds from (a substance, especially fuel or exhaust gases)
Usage: technical; often used in industrial and environmental contexts
Examples
- The refinery uses advanced technology to desulfur crude oil before processing.
- Power plants must desulfur their emissions to meet environmental regulations.
- The new catalyst helps desulfur natural gas more efficiently.
- Desulfuring coal reduces air pollution and acid rain.
- Modern vehicles are equipped with systems to desulfur exhaust fumes.