What is "alkalic"

alkalic \alkalic\ adj. 1. having the properties of an alkali. Opposite of acidic.

Note: when used of aqueous solutions, it signifies that the solution has a pH greater than 7.

Syn: alkaline (vs. acidic), basic

a. (context geology of a rock English) Containing a relatively high proportion of alkali; alkaline.

adj. relating to or containing an alkali; having a pH greater than 7; "alkaline soils derived from chalk or limestone" [syn: alkaline] [ant: amphoteric, acidic]