• (v. t.) To render (wood) proof against decay by saturating with a solution of corrosive sublimate in open tanks, or under pressure.
Ky'an·ize transitive verb [ imperfect & past participle Kyanized ; present participle & verbal noun Kyanizing .] [ From Mr. Kyan , the inventor of the process.] To render (wood) proof against decay by saturating with a solution of ...
to treat (wood) against decay with a solution of mercuric chloride.