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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

softeners

/ˈsɒftənərz/ noun · British & US
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What does softeners mean?

noun

Substances or products used to soften water, typically by removing calcium and magnesium ions. In language, words or phrases used to soften the impact of a statement.

Example

"The water treatment plant added softeners to the municipal water supply to reduce scaling."

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