thermolysis noun. [Ɵǝ'mɒlɪsɪs] L19.
[from THERMO- + -LYSIS.]
1. Chemistry. The decomposition or dissociation of a compound by the action of heat. L19.

2. Physiology. The dissipation or dispersion of heat from the body. Now rare. L19.

■ thermo'lytic adjective & noun (a) adjective pertaining to or producing thermolysis; (b) noun (Physiology, rare) a thermolytic agent or substance: L19.

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