alkaline

[ al-kuh-lahyn, -lin ]
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adjectiveChemistry.
  1. of or like an alkali.

  2. containing analkali.

  1. having the properties of an alkali.

  2. having a pH value greater than 7.: Compare acid (def. 5c).

Origin of alkaline

1
First recorded in 1670–80; alkal(i) + -ine1

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British Dictionary definitions for alkaline

alkaline

/ (ˈælkəˌlaɪn) /


adjective
  1. having the properties of or containing an alkali

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Scientific definitions for alkaline

alkaline

[ ălkə-lĭn, -līn′ ]


  1. Capable of neutralizing an acid. Bases are alkaline.

  2. Relating to an alkali compound.

  1. Having a pH greater than 7.

  2. Having a relatively low concentration of hydrogen ions.

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