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pearlash

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A white amorphous or granular substance which consists principally of potassium carbonate and has a strong alkaline reaction. It is obtained by lixiviating wood ashes and evaporating the lye, and has been an important source of potassium compounds. It is used in making soap, glass, etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: chemistry, natural-sciences, organic-chemistry, physical-sciences

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History

Etymology

From pearl + ash. Compare potash.