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hydrochloric

/ˌhaɪdrəʊˈklɔːrɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does hydrochloric mean?

adjective

A colourless, corrosive, highly toxic, and strong acid that is a solution of hydrogen chloride in water.

Example

"The hydrochloric acid in the battery was causing the corrosion on the metal casing."

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