acidic

English

/əˈsɪdɪk/

adj
Definitions
  • (chemistry) Having a pH less than 7, or being sour, or having the strength to neutralize alkalis, or turning a litmus paper red.
  • (mineralogy) Containing a high percentage of silica; opposed to basic.
  • Of or relating to acid; having the character of an acid.

Etymology

Suffix from English acid.

Origin

English

acid

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