to neutralize
01
中和, 抵消
to take action to counter the effects of something
Transitive: to neutralize something undesirable
例子
In response to the cyberattack, the IT team worked to neutralize the malicious software and protect the company's data.
为了应对网络攻击，IT团队努力中和恶意软件并保护公司数据。
Environmental agencies are collaborating to neutralize the impact of industrial waste on local water sources.
环保机构正在合作中和工业废物对当地水源的影响。
02
中立化, 宣布中立
to officially declare or establish a territory, nation, or group as neutral, ensuring it remains uninvolved and protected during a conflict
Transitive: to neutralize a region
例子
The country sought to neutralize the region, ensuring it remained a neutral zone during the war.
该国试图中立化该地区，确保其在战争期间保持中立区。
The peace agreement was signed to neutralize the territory and prevent any military occupation.
和平协议的签署是为了中立化该领土并防止任何军事占领。
03
中和, 使中性
to make an acidic or alkaline substance neutral by adding a substance that cancels out its pH level
Transitive: to neutralize an acidic or alkaline substance
例子
The chemist used a base to neutralize the acid in the reaction.
化学家使用碱来中和反应中的酸。
To neutralize the acidic soil, they added lime to balance the pH levels.
为了中和酸性土壤，他们添加了石灰以平衡pH值。
04
中和, 拆除
to deactivate or render harmless a bomb or similar weapon by disarming or defusing it
Transitive: to neutralize a bomb or similar weapon
例子
The bomb squad was called in to neutralize the unexploded device found near the school.
炸弹小队被召来 neutralize 学校附近发现的未爆炸装置。
The technician carefully neutralized the bomb by cutting the right wires.
技术员通过切断正确的电线小心地拆除了炸弹。
05
中和, 消除
to eliminate a threat by killing or incapacitating someone who poses danger
Transitive: to neutralize sb
例子
The military operation aimed to neutralize the insurgent leaders.
军事行动旨在消灭叛乱分子领导人。
The police officer was forced to neutralize the armed suspect to prevent further violence.
警察被迫制服武装嫌疑人以防止进一步的暴力。
词汇树
neutralized
neutralize
neutral
neuter
