Definition

To shape or form something into small round balls or pellets.

Example

The factory will pelletise the raw materials for easier transport.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you know how they pelletise those materials for recycling?

Yeah, they usually form them into small balls to make it easier to handle.

That makes sense! I guess it helps with the efficiency too.

For sure! It’s a smart way to manage waste.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pelletise → It is formed from "pellet" (from Old French *pellete*, meaning a small ball or pellet) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to cause to become). The word "pelletise" means to make something into small balls or pellets.

Memory Tip

Think of creating small balls ('pellet') and adding '-ise' to mean making them. This helps you remember that 'pelletise' means to make something into small pellets.

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