acidulate

Meaning

1. To make slightly or moderately acid; to acidify.
2. To make sour in a moderate degree; to sour somewhat.
3. To use an acidic catalyst, with the chemical change being emphasised over the importance of the change in pH. Used in the processing of biodiesel co-products.

Synonyms

acidify

acetify

sour

embitter

Pronounced as (IPA)

/əˈsɪd͡ʒʊ.leɪt/

Etymology

Cognate with French: aciduler

In summary

Compare French aciduler. See acidulous.