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hydrogen peroxide

noun

: a liquid that is used to make things lighter in color or to kill bacteria

Full Definition of HYDROGEN PEROXIDE

: an unstable compound H₂O₂ used especially as an oxidizing and bleaching agent, an antiseptic, and a propellant

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HYDROGEN PEROXIDE Defined for Kids

noun

: a liquid chemical containing hydrogen and oxygen and used for bleaching and as an antiseptic

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noun

: an unstable compound H₂O₂ used especially as an oxidizing and bleaching agent and as an antiseptic

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