lixivia

/ˌlɪksɪˈviə/

Definitions

1. noun

a liquid waste matter, especially one that is acidic, produced by the weathering of rocks.

“The chemical analysis revealed the presence of lixivia in the local river, causing concerns about the aquatic life.”

2. verb

to undergo weathering, especially to produce lixivia.

“The rocks on the mountain were lixivia, due to the prolonged exposure to heavy rainfall.”

Synonyms

  • lixiviate
  • weathering

Antonyms

  • cementation
  • consolidation