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borax

 

[ หˆbษ”r.รฆks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical compound

Borax is a mineral and a naturally occurring salt of boric acid, mainly composed of sodium borate. It is commonly used as a cleaning agent, a pesticide, and in various industrial processes. In addition to its utility in household cleaning, borax also plays a role in the manufacture of glass and ceramics. Its antifungal properties make it a popular choice for mold and mildew control. Furthermore, it is utilized in some laundry detergents and cosmetics.

Synonyms

boracic acid, disodium tetraborate, sodium borate

Examples of usage

  • We use borax to clean the kitchen surfaces.
  • Borax is an effective insect repellent.
  • Some laundry detergents contain borax for better stain removal.

Translations

Translations of the word "borax" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bรณrax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‹เคฐเฅˆเค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Borax

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ boraks

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพั€ะฐะบั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ boraks

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ›ใ‚ฆ็ ‚

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท borax

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bรณrax

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท boraks

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ•์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆุฑู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ borax

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ borax

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็กผ็ ‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ boraks

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bรณraks

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพั€ax

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒแƒฅแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ boraks

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bรณrax

Etymology

The term 'borax' originates from the Latin word 'borax', which means 'white salt'. The word itself has roots in Arabic, particularly from the term 'buraq', referring to a mineral substance used in various applications, including metallurgy and glass-making. Borax has been used for centuries, with historical references dating back to ancient civilizations that recognized its properties. It was extensively mined in the United States in the 19th century, primarily in California, where large deposits were discovered. As industrial applications expanded, borax became a key ingredient in many household products, contributing to its wide use and recognition in modern times.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,967, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.