1. a chemical process in which an electric current is passed through a substance to cause a chemical change, especially to break down a compound into its elements
Usage: chemistry
2. a method of removing unwanted hair by destroying hair follicles with an electric current
Usage: cosmetic procedure

Examples

• The electrolysis of water produces hydrogen and oxygen gases.
• Scientists use electrolysis to extract pure metals from their compounds.
• She decided to try electrolysis to permanently remove facial hair.
• The chemistry lab demonstrated electrolysis using a simple battery setup.
• Electrolysis is commonly used in the production of aluminum from bauxite.
• The electrolysis treatment took several sessions to complete.
• Industrial electrolysis requires large amounts of electrical energy.