LIME
/laΙͺm/
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Scrabble
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Definition
/laΙͺm/
noun
- Any inorganic material containing calcium, usually calcium oxide (quicklime) or calcium hydroxide (slaked lime).
- Any gluey or adhesive substance; something which traps or captures someone; sometimes a synonym for birdlime.
verb
- To treat with calcium hydroxide or calcium oxide (lime).
- To smear with birdlime.
- To apply limewash.
Source: Wiktionary
