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neutralize

/ˈnutrəˌlaɪz/

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to make something ineffective or harmless

消除……的作用；使无害化

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The laboratory added a chemical to neutralize the acid before disposal.
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实验室在处理废液前加入一种化学物质，中和了其中的酸。
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Pronunciation: /ˈnutrəˌlaɪz/

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