Dictionary - Definition of AIR-SLACKED LIME


Part of Speech	Definition
Expression	1. Lime slacked by exposure to the air, in consequence of the absorption of carton dioxide and water, by which it is converted into carbonate of lime and hydrate of lime.[Websters].
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)		Top


Part of Speech	Definition
Expression	1. Lime slacked by exposure to the air, in consequence of the absorption of carton dioxide and water, by which it is converted into carbonate of lime and hydrate of lime.[Websters].
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)		Top

Common Expressions: AIR-SLACKED LIME

Expressions	Definition
Air-slacked lime	Lime slacked by exposure to the air, in consequence of the absorption of carton dioxide and water, by which it is converted into carbonate of lime and hydrate of lime. Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary.
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.		Top