POTASH


Meaning of POTASH in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' pät- ˌ ash

Function: noun

Etymology: singular of pot ashes

Date: 1748

1 : potassium carbonate especially from wood ashes

2 : potassium or a potassium compound especially as used in agriculture or industry

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