oleum

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A solution of sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid.

Pronunciation

/oʊliəm/

Word forms

oleum oleums

Etymology

From German Oleum, from Latin oleum (“olive oil”), from Ancient Greek ἔλαιον (élaion, “olive oil”). Doublet of oil.

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