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depolymerize

/dɪˈpɒlɪməraɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does depolymerize mean?

verb

To break down a polymer into its constituent monomers, or to remove the polymerization of a substance.

Example

"The process of depolymerizing the plastic helped to recycle it into a usable material."

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