acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsi-də-tē 
a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being acid
2
: the state of being excessively acid
Synonyms
Examples of acidity in a Sentence
detected a certain acidity in the way he responded
the acidity of their relationship was well known to their mutual acquaintances
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Resin Coated The globes are painted with resin, which seals, binds, and protects the surface against wear and tear, including the acidity and oil of human hands.
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Tom Weijand, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2024
According to a expert, pine needle mulch is good for garden soil but does nothing to the acidity.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2024
Crafted from the Cortese grape, Gavi epitomizes elegance with its crisp acidity and delicate green apple, lemon, and mineral flavors.
—Johnny Noakes, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2024
Exposure to urine can cause skin irritation, and repeated and ongoing exposure can damage tissues by changing the skin's pH balance (acidity and alkalinity).
—Robert Burakoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2024
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Tom Weijand, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2024
According to a expert, pine needle mulch is good for garden soil but does nothing to the acidity.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2024
Crafted from the Cortese grape, Gavi epitomizes elegance with its crisp acidity and delicate green apple, lemon, and mineral flavors.
—Johnny Noakes, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2024
Exposure to urine can cause skin irritation, and repeated and ongoing exposure can damage tissues by changing the skin's pH balance (acidity and alkalinity).
—Robert Burakoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2024
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acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsid-ət-ē
a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being acid
2
: the state of being extremely acid
Medical Definition
acidity
noun
acid·i·ty
ə-ˈsid-ət-ē, a-
plural acidities
1
: the quality, state, or degree of being sour or chemically acid
the acidity of lemon juice
2
: the quality or state of being excessively or abnormally acid : hyperacidity
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