Defn: To convert into vapor, as by the application of heat, whether naturally or artificially. Vaporizing surface. (Steam Boilers) See Evaporating surface, under Evaporate, v. t.

VAPORIZE
Vap"o*rize, v. i.

Defn: To pass off in vapor.

VAPORIZER
Vap"o*ri`zer, n.

Defn: One who, or that which, vaporizes, or converts into vapor.

VAPOROSE
Va"por*ose`, a.

Defn: Full of vapor; vaporous.

VAPOROUS
Va"por*ous, a. Etym: [L. vaporosus: cf. vaporeux.]

1. Having the form or nature of vapor. Holland.

2. Full of vapors or exhalations. Shak. The warmer and more vaporous air of the valleys. Derham.