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hydrogen peroxide
noun
: an unstable compound H2O2 used especially as an oxidizing and bleaching agent, an antiseptic, and a propellant
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Its active ingredient is typically hydrogen peroxide, although some formulas contain sodium percarbonate or sodium perborate.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024
Each strip is formulated with enamel-safe hydrogen peroxide that powerfully whitens teeth in a pinch.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
Each dissolving strip is powered by hydrogen peroxide and the brand's proprietary Elixir X, a blend of antioxidant-rich ingredients like green tea leaf and cranberry seed extracts.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024
Scrub the hydrogen peroxide and mold away with a scrub brush.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1872, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of hydrogen peroxide was
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“Hydrogen peroxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydrogen%20peroxide. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
hydrogen peroxide
noun
: an unstable liquid compound containing hydrogen and oxygen and used especially for bleaching and as an antiseptic
Medical Definition
hydrogen peroxide
noun
: an unstable compound H2O2 used especially as an oxidizing and bleaching agent and as an antiseptic
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