Saponify(verb)
To convert fat or oil into soap through a chemical reaction.
Hindi meaning:वसा या तेल को रासायनिक अभिक्रिया द्वारा साबुन में बदलना
Synonyms: Soapify, Hydrolyze, Convert, Alkalize
Antonyms: Acidify, Preserve, Solidify, Decompose
Example: Manufacturers saponify vegetable oils to produce soap.
Trick to remember: Saponify contains soap; it means turning fat or oil into soap.
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