Hydrochloric Meaning in English

word

US

ˌhaɪdrəˈklɔrɪk

hy-dro-KLOR-ik

UK

hˌaɪdɹəklˈɔːɹɪk

hy-druh-KLAW-rik

Definition

Describes something related to or containing hydrochloric acid, a strong acid often used in laboratories and industry.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly in scientific and technical contexts, especially with 'acid' (as in 'hydrochloric acid'). Rarely used alone in daily conversation. The full phrase 'hydrochloric acid' is much more common.

• Spanish: clorhídrico
• Portuguese (BR): clorídrico
• Portuguese (PT): clorídrico
• Chinese (Simplified): 盐酸的
• Chinese (Traditional): 鹽酸的
• Hindi: हाइड्रोक्लोरिक
• Arabic: الهيدروكلوريك
• Bengali: হাইড্রোক্লোরিক
• Russian: соляной
• Japanese: 塩酸の
• Vietnamese: clohidric
• Korean: 염산의
• Turkish: hidroklorik
• Urdu: ہائیڈروکلورک
• Indonesian: hidroklorat

Example Sentences

The scientist used hydrochloric acid in the experiment.

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Hydrochloric solutions are often clear and strong.

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Avoid contact with hydrochloric substances without protection.

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Did you know your stomach contains hydrochloric acid?

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Be careful—hydrochloric fumes can be dangerous to breathe in.

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Cleaning products with hydrochloric properties remove tough stains from tiles.

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