nitrify

/ˌnaɪtrəˈfaɪ/

Other forms: nitrifying; nitrified

Definitions of nitrify

1. verb

   convert into nitric acid, nitrous acid, or nitrate, especially with the action of nitrobacteria
   type of:

   convert

   change the nature, purpose, or function of something
2. verb

   treat with nitrogen or a nitrogen compound
   synonyms: nitrogenise, nitrogenize

   type of:

   process, treat

   subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
3. verb

   treat (soil) with nitrates
   antonyms:

   denitrify

   remove nitrogen from

   type of:

   feed, fertilise, fertilize

   provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to