First Known Use: 1837
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saleratus
noun sal·e·ra·tus \ˌsa-lə-ˈrā-təs\
Definition of SALERATUS
: a leavening agent consisting of potassium or sodium bicarbonate
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Origin of SALERATUS
New Latin sal aeratus aerated salt
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