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sensitiser

/sɛnˈsɪtaɪzər/ noun · British & US
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What does sensitiser mean?

noun

A substance that increases the sensitivity of a chemical reaction or process, or a person or thing that causes someone to be more sensitive to something.

Example

"The addition of a sensitiser to the photographic paper made it more responsive to light."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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