verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   To impregnate with acid; acidify.
2. 2
   To treat (a limestone or sandstone formation) with HCl or HF to enlarge void spaces in it.

Etymology

From acid + -ize.

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