acidized
|ac-id-ized|
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/ˈæsɪˌdaɪzd/
(acidize)
treat with acid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acidize' originates from the word 'acid,' which comes from Latin 'acidus,' meaning 'sour' or 'sharp.'
Historical Evolution
'acidus' transformed into the Old French word 'acide,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acid.' The verb form 'acidize' was derived to describe the process of treating with acid.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make sour,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'treating with acid for industrial purposes.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to treat with acid, especially to improve the flow of oil or gas from a well.
The engineers acidized the well to enhance oil production.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 17:06