lime
Definition
1.- Any inorganic material containing calcium, usually calcium oxide (quicklime) or calcium hydroxide (slaked lime). 2.- Any gluey or adhesive substance; something which traps or captures someone; sometimes a synonym for birdlime. 3.- To treat with calcium hydroxide or calcium oxide (lime).
Pronunciation
/laɪm/
Details
- Category: Food and related words
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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