neutralize
neutralize
Definition
neu·tral·ize (no̵̅o̅′trə līz′, nyo̵̅o̅′-)
transitive verb neutralized -·ized′, neutralizing -·iz′·ing
- to declare (a territory, nation, etc.) neutral in war; declare open to all nations under international law and exempt from attack
- to make ineffective; destroy or counteract the effectiveness, force, disposition, etc. of
- Chem. to destroy the distinctive or active properties of an alkali neutralizes an acid
- Elec. to make electrically neutral
Etymology: Fr neutraliser
neutralize
Synonyms
neutralize
Usage Examples
Object
- acidity: Treatment to neutralize the acidity of the digestive juices can help to relieve the symptoms of the ulcer.
- odor: These products generally have enzymes that breakdown organic wastes and neutralize odors.
- threat: It is necessary to jointly work out measures which will make it possible to neutralize these threats.
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