verb
- undergoes or causes to undergo polymerization, forming large molecules from smaller units
Usage: chemistry; third person singular present tense; British spelling
Examples
- The monomer polymerises when heated to high temperatures.
- This catalyst polymerises the plastic more efficiently.
- The resin polymerises rapidly under UV light.
- When the solution polymerises, it becomes solid.
- The chemical polymerises to form long chains of molecules.
- Heat polymerises the compound into a durable material.