Word: thermalize
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: ther
ma
lize
Definition: to lower the velocity and kinetic energy of fast neutrons in a nuclear reactor by use of a moderator, and thus increase the efficiency of fission
Morphemes:
Affix: thermal
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Pertaining to heat or temperature; a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
Etymology Compounds: Affix: θέρμη
Language: grc
Decoded: therme
Meaning: heat
Affix: -ize
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: to do what is denoted by the noun/adjective