Chlorine meaning

What does “chlorine” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“chlorine” is a noun with one meaning. Its most common meaning is: a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water).

chlorine

noun

  1. a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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