How to Pronounce "quicklime"
word
ˈkwɪkˌlaɪm
KWIK-lym
kwˈɪklaɪm
kwIK-lym
Definition
A white, powdery or lumpy chemical substance made by heating limestone, mostly used in building materials and industry.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwɪkˌlaɪm
British English
kwˈɪklaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWIK-lym
UK
kwIK-lym
Listen in Context
Quicklime is used to make cement.
Heating limestone produces quicklime.
Builders must handle quicklime carefully.
You should wear gloves when working with quicklime because it can burn your skin.