SAPONIFY
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Saponify.
Saponify - as a verb
Become converted into soap by being hydrolized into an acid and alcohol as a result of being treated with an alkali
Example: "The oil saponified"
Convert into soap by hydrolizing an ester into an acid and alcohol as a result of treating it with an alkali
Example: "Saponify oils and fats"
Example Sentences
"The soap-making process involves saponifying fats or oils with an alkali."
"Heating the fatty acids will cause them to saponify and form soap."
"In the presence of a strong base, the esters will saponify and produce alcohol."
"To saponify the oils, you need to add lye and stir well."
"The soap manufacturer uses a special machine to saponify large quantities of oils."
Word Game Points
Is SAPONIFY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, saponify is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SAPONIFY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is SAPONIFY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, saponify is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSAPONIFY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SAPONIFY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, saponify is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSAPONIFY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
