Limewater
[lahym-waw-ter, -wot-er] /ˈlaɪmˌwɔ tər, -ˌwɒt ər/
noun
1.
an aqueous solution of , used in medicine, antacids, and lotions, and to absorb carbon dioxide from the air.
2.
containing naturally an unusual amount of calcium carbonate or calcium sulfate.
/ˈlaɪmˌwɔːtə/
noun
1.
a clear colourless solution of calcium hydroxide in water, formerly used in medicine as an antacid
2.
water that contains dissolved lime or calcium salts, esp calcium carbonate or calcium sulphate
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