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unslaked

unslaked

9.9
Not mixed with water, often said about lime that can burn when wet
  • adjective
  • /ʌnˈsleɪkd/
  • Specialized
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  • If unslaked lime comes into contact with water, it reacts violently and produces heat.

Examples

  • The workers handled the unslaked lime with extreme caution to avoid chemical burns.

  • The unslaked lime can be dangerous if not handled properly.

  • Always store unslaked materials in a dry place to prevent dangerous reactions.

  • An unslaked mixture can lead to chemical reactions.

  • The workers handled the unslaked lime with extreme caution to avoid chemical burns.

  • If unslaked lime comes into contact with water, it reacts violently and produces heat.

  • Always store unslaked materials in a dry place to prevent dangerous reactions.

Synonyms

unsoaked
vsunslaked
3.7

Not wet because no water has touched it

is not treated with water for a chemical change in lime
unquenched
vsunslaked
  • Specialized
8.8

Metal or glass left without quick cooling so it stays softer

is about absence of water treatment causing chemical change in lime

Antonyms

slaked
6.8

A thirst or desire that is satisfied

Compounds

unslaked lime
  • Specialized
9.9

A white, very strong chemical used to make mortar and cement

Surface Forms

unslaked positive

Morphology

unslaked = slaked (semi-transparent) = un + slake + ed

Formally 'un-' + 'slaked' yields 'unslaked', but the sense referring specifically to untreated (quick)lime is technical and may not be inferable by general learners.

Etymology

The word unslaked comes from un- 'not' and slake 'to mix with water'. So unslaked lime is lime that has not been mixed with water and can get very hot or burn if it meets water, which is why workers must handle it carefully.