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Neutralising is a term that refers to the act of making something or someone ineffective, nullifying their impact, or counteracting their effects. It is the process of rendering a substance, situation, or individual neutral, thereby reducing or eliminating its harmful or unwanted qualities or actions.
In the context of chemistry, neutralising typically involves combining an acid and a base to create a neutral solution. The acid and base react with each other, resulting in the formation of water and a salt. This reaction is commonly referred to as neutralisation, as it yields a pH value close to 7, which is considered neutral on the pH scale.
The term neutralising can also be used in a broader sense beyond its scientific application. For instance, it can be used to describe the process of countering or opposing a particular action or phenomenon. This can include mitigating the adverse effects of a situation or rendering a harmful substance harmless by introducing a substance or process that counteracts its impact.
Furthermore, neutralising can also pertain to the act of neutralising a person or situation in a conflict or dispute. This could involve bringing opposing parties to a state of compromise or achieving a resolution that satisfies all parties involved, thereby neutralising the tensions or hostility present.
Overall, neutralising encompasses a range of meanings in different contexts, but at its core, it refers to the act of making something or someone neutral, non-harmful, or ineffective through various processes or countermeasures.
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Counteracting or rendering inert the peculiar properties of a body; reducing to a state of inactivity.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "neutralising" is derived from the base word "neutralize". The etymology of the word "neutralize" can be traced back to the Latin word "neutralis", which means "of neuter gender" or "neither one thing nor the other". "Neutralis" is a combination of "neuter" (neither masculine nor feminine) and the suffix "-alis", which denotes "related to" or "pertaining to". Over time, the term "neutralize" developed in English to mean countering or balancing something, rendering it neutral or ineffective. From this, the present participle form "neutralising" is created.
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