Acidifier

Pronunciation: /ˈæsəˌdaɪər/

Definitions of acidifier

noun a substance that is added to a solution to lower its pH and increase its acidity

Example Sentences

A1 An acidifier is a substance that makes a solution more acidic.

A2 I added an acidifier to the soil to lower its pH level for the plants.

B1 The recipe called for an acidifier to give the dish a tangy flavor.

B2 The use of an acidifier in the laboratory experiment helped to control the pH levels.

C1 The acidifier used in the production process was crucial for achieving the desired chemical reaction.

C2 As a seasoned chemist, she knew exactly how to calculate the amount of acidifier needed for the experiment.

Examples of acidifier in a Sentence

formal The acidifier is used in food preservation to lower the pH level and prevent bacterial growth.

informal I heard that the acidifier in soda can be bad for your teeth.

slang Don't forget to add a bit of acidifier to your marinade for that extra kick.

figurative His sharp words acted as an acidifier in their already strained relationship.

Grammatical Forms of acidifier

• past tense: acidified
• plural: acidifiers
• comparative: more acidifying
• superlative: most acidifying
• present tense: acidifies
• future tense: will acidify
• perfect tense: has acidified
• continuous tense: is acidifying
• singular: acidifier
• positive degree: acidifier
• infinitive: acidify
• gerund: acidifying
• participle: acidified

Origin and Evolution of acidifier

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'acidifier' originated from the Latin word 'acidus' meaning sour.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to substances that make something sour, the term 'acidifier' has evolved to also mean substances that lower the pH of a solution or make it more acidic.