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Javel Water

Description:

Javel water, also known as "eau de Javel," is a chemical solution primarily used for disinfecting and household cleaning. It derives its name from the French word "javelle" (meaning little pond), as it was originally produced by dissolving sodium hypochlorite in water from the Javelle stream in France. Javel water contains a powerful oxidizing agent that effectively eliminates bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Senses:

1. Noun: Disinfectant Solution

In its main sense, javel water refers to a disinfecting solution composed of sodium hypochlorite and water. It is commonly used for sanitizing surfaces, laundry bleaching, and purifying water.

Sample Sentence: After a thorough cleaning with javel water, the kitchen countertops were left spotless and germ-free.

2. Noun: Medicinal Antiseptic

In some cases, javel water refers to a medicinal antiseptic solution used for cleaning wounds and preventing infections.

Sample Sentence: The doctor applied javel water to the wound before dressing it with a fresh bandage.

3. Noun: Historical Usage

Historically, javel water was a term used to describe any chlorine-based disinfectant solution, dating back to its earliest use in the 18th century.

Sample Sentence: The pioneers relied on javel water to sanitize their drinking water during their long journey.

4. Adjective: Pertaining to Javel Water

Javel water can also be used as an adjective to describe something that relates to or contains javel water.

Sample Sentence: The javel water solution was stored in a tightly sealed container to ensure its effectiveness.

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