Dictionary Check: peroxide

"peroxide" is a valid word!

Scrabble 18 points
Words with Friends 19 points

Definition

noun

a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels

Synonyms:
noun

an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O-

verb

bleach with peroxide

Example: "She must peroxide her hair-it looks unnaturally blond"

Advertisement