Definition of "base-forming" [base-forming]

• Causing formation of an alkali. (adjective)

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• "Beryllium, following lithium, is less strongly base-forming, while boron has some base-forming and some acid-forming properties."
• "~Compounds containing manganese as a base-forming element."
• "They are also called the base-forming elements, since their hydroxides are bases."