solvolysis noun. [sɒl'vɒlɪsɪs] Pl. -lyses [-lɪsi:z]. E20.
[formed as SOLVENT noun + -O- + -LYSIS.]
Chemistry. The decomposition or dissociation of a solute brought about by the action of the solvent.

■ 'solvolyse verb (a) verb trans. bring about the solvolysis of (a solute); (b) verb intrans. undergo solvolysis: E20.

■ solvo'lytic adjective pertaining to or of the nature of solvolysis E20.

■ solvo'lytically adverb L20.

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