WORD MEANING

Hydrogen peroxide meaning

HY-droh-jen PEH-rox-ide · noun

A chemical compound (H2O2) used as a disinfectant, bleaching agent, and oxidizer.

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Other meanings

A mild antiseptic for cleaning wounds.

A component in some hair bleaching and teeth whitening products.

An environmentally friendly oxidizing agent in certain industrial processes.

Hydrogen peroxide is commonly used in medical, cosmetic, and industrial contexts.

Examples

She used hydrogen peroxide to clean the wound.

Hydrogen peroxide is often found in first aid kits as a disinfectant.

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