alkaliser

/əˈlɑːkəˌsaɪzər/

Definitions

1. noun

one that alkalizes, a substance that has the property of alkalizing

“The alkaliser added to the water helped to neutralize its acidity.”

2. verb

to make alkaline or to convert into an alkaline substance

“The soil alkaliser helped to raise the pH levels in the garden soil.”

Synonyms

  • alkalizer
  • neutralizer

Antonyms

  • acidifier
  • acidulant