1. to cause (a solid material) to behave like a fluid by passing gas or liquid through it
Usage: technical; chemistry/engineering

Examples

• The engineer fluidizes the powder by injecting air through the bottom of the container.
• When heated gas fluidizes the catalyst particles, they move freely like a liquid.
• The process fluidizes the sand, making it easier to transport through pipes.
• Air pressure fluidizes the granular material in the reactor.
• The system fluidizes coal particles to improve combustion efficiency.