boric

Meanings

• noun

  A borate compound, typically consisting of boron trioxide and a borate anion.

  - "Boric acid is used as a flame retardant and preservative."
  - "The boric compound is mixed with sugar to create a bait for roaches."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with boric
more , ore , core , poor

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Variants

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boric acid , boric acids

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'borax' meaning 'dew' or 'tear' and the suffix '-ic' meaning 'pertaining to'.

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Trivia

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1. Boric acid was used in ancient Egypt as a cosmetic ingredient.

2. Boric acid is the active ingredient in some ant dyes.

3. Boric acid is sometimes used as a substitute for table salt in cooking.

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Related Concepts

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1. Borax: A mineral consisting of sodium borate and water, used as a cleansing agent and in the production of borate compounds.

2. Boron: A chemical element with the symbol B and atomic number 5, commonly found in borate compounds.

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Culture

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Boric compounds have been used for various purposes in human history, including as preservatives, flame retardants, and insecticides.

How to Memorize "boric"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, white powder or crystal resembling table salt, representing boric acid or another boric compound.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'boric' with the idea of protection or preservation, as boric compounds are often used as flame retardants and preservatives.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'Boric' is similar to 'Boron' and 'Borax', which can help in remembering the word's meaning.

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