ALL meanings of limewater
lime·wa·ter
L l - noun limewater an aqueous solution of slaked lime, used in medicine, antacids, and lotions, and to absorb carbon dioxide from the air. 1
- noun limewater water containing naturally an unusual amount of calcium carbonate or calcium sulfate. 1
- noun limewater (inorganic chemistry) a solution of calcium hydroxide in water, used as a simple test for carbon dioxide, and in skin preparations. 1
- noun limewater a clear colourless solution of calcium hydroxide in water, formerly used in medicine as an antacid 0
- noun limewater water that contains dissolved lime or calcium salts, esp calcium carbonate or calcium sulphate 0
- noun limewater a solution of calcium hydroxide in water, used to neutralize acids and to absorb carbon dioxide from the air 0