caustic
- noun
- /ˈkɔːstɪk/
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sustancia cáustica
- This is the reason that spent caustic is considered a hazardous substance.
Examples
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And Caustic doesn't just pit stainless; it causes cracks in stress areas.
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The laboratory safely disposed of the spent caustic that could harm the environment.
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Then the red caustic from a raindrop there must go directly into your eye.
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I would discover that a blowtorch works great for aging brass hardware and also you don't need caustic chemicals.
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Today I'm going to be using a very caustic solution of potassium hydroxide to dissolve chicken flesh.
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Sodium hydroxide is a highly caustic substance that can burn skin upon contact.
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When handling caustic materials, it is essential to wear protective gear to prevent injuries.
Antonyms
Compounds
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A strong chemical used to make soap and fertilizers that can burn your skin
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A very strong chemical that can burn skin and is used to make soap and clean things
How Corrosive
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Caustic comes from the Greek root kaustos meaning 'burning'. A caustic is a chemical that 'burns' or eats away skin and tissue, so the old word for 'burning' fits these dangerous substances.