baking soda


Origin:
1880–85, Americanism

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baking soda bak·ing soda (bā'kĭng)
n.
A white crystalline compound, used as a gastric and systemic antacid, to alkalize urine, and for washes of body cavities. Also called sodium bicarbonate.

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baking soda  
See sodium bicarbonate.
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Example sentences
Baking soda is a well-known baking ingredient that switch-hits as a cleaning
  agent.
Hence the use of baking soda, originally potash, as a leavening agent.
Whisk together the flour with the baking powder, baking soda, and the zests in
  another large bowl.
But hot water and baking soda can help you achieve germ-free feeding.
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