POTASH


Meaning of POTASH in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈpät-ˌash ]

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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