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white vitriol
 

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Noun white vitriol has 1 sense
  1. zinc sulfate, zinc sulphate, white vitriol, zinc vitriol - a colorless water-soluble powder; used as a mordant or to preserve wood or for the electrodeposition of zinc
    --1 is a kind of sulfate, sulphate

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White Vitriol

noun

Sense 1:

A chemical compound, also known as zinc sulfate, that is commonly used in various industrial applications such as dyeing, pharmaceuticals, and electroplating.

Sample Sentence(s):

- Be cautious while handling white vitriol as it can cause irritation to the skin and eyes.

- The textile industry extensively uses white vitriol for dyeing fabrics.

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Sense 2:

In local usage, white vitriol is a term used to refer to a type of local delicacy made by crystallizing sugar syrup.

Sample Sentence(s):

- The white vitriol prepared by the local confectioner is a popular treat during festive seasons.

- Every year, the local fair sells traditional sweets including white vitriol.

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