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acidic

Syllabification: (a·cid·ic)
Pronunciation: /əˈsidik/
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Definition of acidic

adjective

  • 1having the properties of an acid, or containing acid; having a pH below 7. Often contrasted with alkaline or basic.
  • Geology (of rock, especially lava) relatively rich in silica.
  • Metallurgy relating to or denoting steelmaking processes involving silica-rich refractories and slags.
  • 2sharp-tasting or sour:acidic wine
  • (of a person’s remarks or tone) bitter or cutting:the occasional acidic comment
  • (of a color) intense or bright:an acidic yellow
  • 3of or relating to acid rock or acid house music.

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