Neutralize Definition
no͝otrə-līz, nyo͝o-
neutralized, neutralizes, neutralizing
verb
neutralized, neutralizes, neutralizing
To make ineffective; destroy or counteract the effectiveness, force, disposition, etc. of.
Webster's New World
To declare (a territory, nation, etc.) neutral in war; declare open to all nations under international law and exempt from attack.
Webster's New World
To make electrically neutral.
Webster's New World
To destroy the distinctive or active properties of.
An alkali neutralizes an acid.
Webster's New World
To make (a solution) neutral.
American Heritage
Origin of Neutralize
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neutral +"Ž -ize
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