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Examples of acidic in a Sentence
The soil in our garden is very acidic.
the acidic water of a polluted lake
Recent Examples on the Web
This formula's acidic pH level defends against damage induced by hair coloring and heat styling tools.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 17 Oct. 2024
It is activated when combined with a liquid and an acidic ingredient.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2024
Its high acidic content is a blessing for cleaning up some messes while having the power to hurt other materials.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2024
Slivers of sharp white onion and a wedge of lime are served on the side for a nice acidic contrast.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
First Known Use
1866, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidic. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
Medical Definition
acidic
adjective
acid·ic
ə-ˈsid-ik, a-
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid
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