NESSLERIZE

Ness″ler‐ize (?), v. t. [[From Nessler, the chemist.]] (Chem.) To treat or test, as a liquid, with a solution of mercuric iodide in potassium iodide and potassium hydroxide, which is called Nessler's solution or Nessler's test, and is used to detect the presence of ammonia.