1. converts or transforms into graphite or a graphite-like form
Usage: technical; materials science

Examples

• The carbon material graphitizes at extremely high temperatures.
• Heat treatment graphitizes the carbon fibers in the composite.
• The process graphitizes organic compounds under controlled conditions.
• When heated to 3000°C, the carbon powder graphitizes completely.
• The furnace graphitizes raw carbon materials for industrial use.