water-reactive
|wa-ter-re-ac-tive|
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/ˈwɔːtər riˈæktɪv/
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/ˈwɔːtə riˈæktɪv/
reacts with water
Etymology
Etymology Information
'water-reactive' originates from the combination of 'water' and 'reactive', where 'water' refers to the liquid substance essential for life, and 'reactive' means capable of undergoing a chemical reaction.
Historical Evolution
'Reactive' comes from the Latin word 'reactivus', which means 'capable of reacting'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'reactive' meant 'capable of reacting', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of reacting with water, often producing heat or gas.
The chemical is water-reactive and should be stored in a dry place.
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Last updated: 2025/03/12 08:12