acidize

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Definition of acidize in English English dictionary

To treat a limestone or sandstone formation with HCl or HF to enlarge its void spaces (petroleum geology)

To impregnate with acid; acidify

{f} acidify, make or become acid; (British usage) turn sour; (Petroleum) treat oil-bearing limestone with acid for the purpose of increasing production (also acidise)

Hyphenation

ac·id·ize