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alkalizate

|al-ka-li-zate|

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/ˈælkəˌlaɪzeɪt/

substance made alkaline

Etymology
Etymology Information

'alkalizate' originates from the process of 'alkalization', which is derived from the Arabic word 'al-qaly', meaning 'ashes of saltwort'.

Historical Evolution

'alkalization' transformed from the Arabic 'al-qaly' into the modern English term 'alkalizate'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the process of making something alkaline, but over time it evolved to also refer to the resulting substance.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a substance that has been treated to become alkaline or has undergone the process of alkalization.

The chemist added an alkalizate to the solution to neutralize the acid.

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Last updated: 2025/06/23 23:21