JAVEL WATER

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

An aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite

Synonyms:

eau de Javelle; Javel water; Javelle water

Classified under:

Nouns denoting substances

Hypernyms ("Javel water" is a kind of...):

sodium hypochlorite (an unstable salt (NaOCl) used as a bleaching agent and disinfectant)

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