CEFR C1

ver

noun

Meaning

A unit of measurement for acidity or alkalinity, expressed as a number on a scale from 0 to 14, where 7 is neutral, below 7 is acidic, and above 7 is alkaline.

Examples

  • The ver of the swimming pool water should be maintained between 7.2 and 7.6.
  • Testing the ver of the soil is important for successful gardening.

Synonyms: acidity, alkalinity, hydrogen ion concentration