alkaline-forming
|al-ka-line-form-ing|
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/ˈæl.kə.laɪn ˈfɔːr.mɪŋ/
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/ˈæl.kə.laɪn ˈfɔː.mɪŋ/
creating an alkaline environment
Etymology
'alkaline' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'al-qaly,' where 'al-' meant 'the' and 'qaly' meant 'ashes of saltwort.'
'alkaline' changed from the Arabic word 'al-qaly' and eventually became the modern English word 'alkaline.'
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to ashes of saltwort,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the properties of an alkali.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to substances or processes that result in the formation of an alkaline environment or increase the alkalinity of a solution.
Certain foods are considered alkaline-forming because they increase the pH level of the body.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 23:55