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(bi-car-bo-nate) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a white crystalline salt used in baking and as an antacid.

Example Sentence

Bicarbonate is a vital component of the pH buffering system.

More Example Sentences

She used bicarbonate to make the cookies.

Synonyms

baking soda; sodium bicarbonate; leavening agent

Antonyms

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Rhymes

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