neutralisation

n.

1.

Same as neutralization.

Noun	1.	neutralisation - a chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is the combination of hydrogen ions with hydroxyl ions to form water Synonyms: neutralisation reaction, neutralization, neutralization reaction
	2.	neutralisation - (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation) Synonyms: neutralization
	3.	neutralisation - action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war; "the neutralization of Belgium" Synonyms: neutralization
	4.	neutralisation - action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action Synonyms: counteraction, neutralization

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