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titrate

Pronunciation: /ˈtɪtɹeɪt/

The English word “titrate” has 5 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To ascertain the amount of a constituent in a solution (or other mixture) by measuring the volume of a known concentration (the "standard solution") needed to complete a reaction.
  2. To adjust the amount of a drug consumed until the desired effects are achieved.
  3. To precisely control.

noun

  1. A solution of unknown concentration which is (to be) tested by means of titration.

adjective

  1. Precisely measured.

Etymology

Modelled after French titrer. Equivalent to French titre (“title, quality, chemical proportion”) + -ate (verb-forming suffix).

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