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    L'acide (en. Acid)

    /l‿a.sid/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A substance that, when in contact with water, produces hydrogen ions.
    Hydrochloric acid is commonly used in chemistry.
    L'acide chlorhydrique est couramment utilisé en chimie.
    The property of a substance to have a sour taste.
    Citrus fruits like lemon contain citric acid.
    Les agrumes comme le citron contiennent de l'acide citrique.
    In biology, a substance participating in metabolic reactions.
    Acetic acid is an important intermediate in the Krebs cycle.
    L'acide acétique est un intermédiaire important dans le cycle de Krebs.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acidus' meaning 'sour'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be acidic
    To be in a bad mood or irritable.
    être acide
    a sour taste
    A taste that is sharp or sour.
    un goût acide
    the acid of humor
    A humor that can be sharp or sarcastic.
    l'acide de l'humour

    Related Words

    acid-base
    Chemical reaction between an acid and a base.
    acide-base
    acidity
    Property of a solution to have a low pH, therefore acidic.
    acidité
    acidifiable
    Capable of becoming acidic.
    acidifiable

    Slang Meanings

    State of great excitement or despair.
    He is completely acidic after that breakup.
    Il est complètement acide après cette rupture.
    Referring to a person who is too rigid or severe.
    Don't be so acidic, relax a little!
    Ne sois pas si acide, détends-toi un peu!