Lexi1 - saponify - definition and examples

saponify

1

To chemically transform an ester into soap by breaking it down with an alkali, resulting in the formation of an acid and alcohol.

2

To convert into soap by reacting with an alkali, breaking down into acid and alcohol through hydrolysis.

1

To chemically transform an ester into soap by breaking it down with an alkali, resulting in the formation of an acid and alcohol.

2

To convert into soap by reacting with an alkali, breaking down into acid and alcohol through hydrolysis.