borax
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so·di·um bo·rate
used in lotions, gargles, mouthwashes, and as a detergent.
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borax
A white or grey crystalline salt of boric acid which is used in detergents, cosmetics, soldering metals, enamel glazes, chemical reactions, as a fire retardant, insecticide, antifungal and texturing agent for food.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
so·di·um bo·rate
(sō'dē-ŭm bōr'āt)Agent used in lotions, gargles, mouthwashes, and as a detergent.
Synonym(s): borax.
Synonym(s): borax.
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