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neutralize
英 [ˈnjuːtrəlaɪz]
美 [ˈnuːt-]
[VERB]
又拼作 neutralise
neutralizes , neutralizing , neutralized
1. [T 及物动词] 使无效 , 使不能正常运作
To neutralize something means to prevent it from having any effect or from working properly.
双语例句
例：The US is trying to neutralize the resolution in the UN Security Council.
美国试图在联合国安理会阻止该决议的通过。
2. [T 及物动词] 中和
When a chemical substance neutralizes an acid, it makes it less acid.
双语例句
例：Antacids are alkaline and they relieve pain by neutralizing acid in the contents of the stomach.
抗酸剂是碱性的，通过中和胃容物中的酸来缓解疼痛。