caustic lime

noun

1. lime ²( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of caustic lime¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Example Sentences

The beneficial effect of caustic lime on land is mentioned in some ancient writings.

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The caustic lime in a soil hastens decay of vegetable matter in a degree impossible to the limestone or marl.

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The practice is responsible for much of the excessive application that brought the use of caustic lime into disrepute.

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It is inadvisable to apply any large quantity of caustic lime to a light soil.

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The solution is called lime-water; it might be called a solution of caustic lime.

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