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acid

1 of 2noun
/ˈæsɪd/
Forms:acids
1

a water-soluble chemical substance that contains Hydrogen and has a sour taste or corrosive feature with a PH less than 7

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  • The lemon juice contains citric acid, which gives it a sour taste and a pH of around 2.
  • Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid found in stomach fluid that aids in digestion.
  • Vinegar is an example of a weak acid known as acetic acid, which is commonly used in cooking and cleaning.
  • The scientist carefully handled the sulfuric acid in the laboratory, aware of its highly corrosive properties.
  • When dissolved in water, carbonic acid forms from carbon dioxide, contributing to the acidity of rainwater.
2

the hallucinogenic drug commonly known as LSD

  • He dropped some acid before going to the music festival.
  • Some people take acid to experience visual and sensory hallucinations.
  • She warned him about the unpredictable effects of acid.
  • They spent the night tripping after taking acid.
  • Police found acid hidden in small tabs at the party.