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Hydrolytic

Hyˊdro-lyt′ic

,
Adj.
[
Hydro-
, 1 + Gr. [GREEK] to loose.]
1.
(Chem.)
Tending to remove or separate water; eliminating water.
[archaic]
Hydrolytic
agents, such as sulphuric acid or caustic alkali.
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Definition 2024


hydrolytic

hydrolytic

English

Adjective

hydrolytic (comparative more hydrolytic, superlative most hydrolytic)

  1. Of, pertaining to, or accompanied by hydrolysis.