neutralization

noun

1. action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war

- the neutralization of Belgium

Similar word(s): neutralisation

Definition categories: act, nullification, override

2. 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

Similar word(s): neutralisation

Definition categories: process, reaction

3. (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation)

Similar word(s): neutralisation

Definition categories: act, destruction, devastation

4. action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action

Similar word(s): counteraction, neutralisation

Definition categories: act, nullification, override