acidic-related
|a-cid-ic-re-lat-ed|
B2
/əˈsɪdɪk rɪˈleɪtɪd/
(acidic)
sour or sharp
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acidic' originates from the Latin word 'acidus,' meaning 'sour' or 'sharp.'
Historical Evolution
'acidus' transformed into the French word 'acide,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acidic' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sour or sharp,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the properties of an acid.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or having the properties of an acid.
The acidic-related compounds in the solution caused it to corrode the metal.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 11:10