First Known Use: 1890
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Javelle water
noun Ja·velle water \zha-ˈvel, zhə-\
Definition of JAVELLE WATER
: an aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite used as a disinfectant or a bleaching agent
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Origin of JAVELLE WATER
Javel, former village in France
Rhymes with JAVELLE WATER
Medical Dictionary
Javelle water
noun Ja·velle water \zha-ˈvel-, zhə-\
Medical Definition of JAVELLE WATER
: an aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite used as a disinfectant or a bleaching agent
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