alcalino
alkaline
adjective ahl-kah-LEE-noh Rare
Origin: From Arabic al-qily (the ashes, potash) via Medieval Latin.
Usage Note
Alcalino describes a substance with a pH above 7 — the opposite of ácido (acidic). The noun is álcali and the property is alcalinidad. In everyday Spanish, alcalino also appears in batería alcalina (alkaline battery), the standard AA or AAA type.
Examples
"Esta solución alcalina limpia bien la grasa."
Natural Translation
This alkaline solution cleans grease well.

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