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acidic

[uh-sid-ik] / əˈsɪd ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
containing acid
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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Acidic foods and drinks, poor oral hygiene and ageing all contribute to enamel erosion and decay, leading to tooth sensitivity, pain and eventually tooth loss.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2025

Acidic water also weakens the shells of organisms like sea snails and sea urchins.

From Science Daily • Jan. 9, 2024

Acidic smoke and greasy soot are grave concerns for any conservator, but in this case, the winds held them at bay.

From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2023

Acidic soil can be remedied by adding limestone.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2022

Acidic solutions have higher concentrations of H+ ions than pure water and have pH values below 7.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2018




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