become converted into soap by being hydrolized into an acid and alcohol as a result of being treated with an alkali
The oil saponified.
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convert into soap by hydrolizing an ester into an acid and alcohol as a result of treating it with an alkali
Saponify oils and fats.
source: WordNet 3.0
To convert into soap, as tallow or any fat; hence (Chem.), to subject to any similar process, as that which ethereal salts undergo in decomposition; as, to saponify ethyl acetate.
