neutralizer
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/ˈnjuːtrəˌlaɪzər/
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/ˈnjuːtrəˌlaɪzə/
(neutralize)
make ineffective
Etymology
Etymology Information
'neutralizer' originates from the verb 'neutralize', which comes from the Latin word 'neutralis', meaning 'of neither gender'.
Historical Evolution
'neutralis' transformed into the French word 'neutraliser', and eventually became the modern English word 'neutralize', from which 'neutralizer' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make neutral', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a substance or device that neutralizes'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance or device that neutralizes something, especially a chemical or biological agent.
The lab used a neutralizer to counteract the acid spill.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42