chloride of lime

noun phrase

Word History

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chloride of lime was in 1826

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“Chloride of lime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chloride%20of%20lime. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

chloride of lime

: a white powder used as a bleach, disinfectant, and deodorant

Medical Definition

chloride of lime

noun
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