1. present participle of basify; the process of making something basic or alkaline in chemical nature
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• The chemist is basifying the solution by adding sodium hydroxide.
• Basifying the soil improves its pH for certain crops.
• The process of basifying the compound requires careful temperature control.
• Adding lime is an effective method of basifying acidic water.
• The laboratory technician focused on basifying the mixture to reach the desired pH level.