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hydrochloric

American

[hahy-druh-klawr-ik, -klohr-] / ˌhaɪ drəˈklɔr ɪk, -ˈkloʊr- /

adjective

of or derived from hydrochloric acid.

Etymology

Origin of hydrochloric

First recorded in 1810–20; hydro- ² + chloric

Example Sentences

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This enzyme controls the final step in the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

The authors of the Communications Earth and Environment paper cite, for example, research showing hydrochloric acid emitted from solid rocket launches killing fish after it leached into nearby water.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2025

Certain occupational exposures, such as to sulfuric or hydrochloric acid, may also put people at higher risk of enamel erosion.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2024

Anecdotal evidence shows attacks using corrosive liquids of hydrochloric, sulphuric and nitric acid occur at higher rates in locations where these substances are easily accessible, and where factories use acids in their manufacturing processes.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2024

Small quantities of hydrochloric acid and hydrofluoric acid are also present.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan

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