edulcorate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To sweeten.
  2. To make more acceptable or palatable.
  3. To free from acidity.

Pronunciation

/əˈdʌlkəɹeɪt/

Word forms

edulcorate edulcorates edulcorating edulcorated

Etymology

From Medieval Latin ēdulcōrō. Compare French édulcorer.

Derived words

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