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verb
- 1. cause (a material such as cloth, paper, or hair) to become white or much lighter by a chemical process or by exposure to sunlight: "a new formula to bleach and brighten clothing" Similar
- 2. clean or sterilize (a drain, sink, etc.) with bleach.
noun
- 1. a chemical (typically a solution of sodium hypochlorite or hydrogen peroxide) used to make materials whiter or for sterilizing drains, sinks, etc.: "how can I get all those stains out of my wash without bleach?"
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BLEACH definition: 1. a strong chemical used for cleaning things or removing colour from things 2. to remove the…. Learn more.
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Bleach is the generic name for any chemical product that is used industrially or domestically to remove colour from (i.e. to whiten) fabric or fiber (in a process called bleaching) or to disinfect after cleaning. It often refers specifically to a dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite, also called "liquid bleach".
Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the word bleach as a verb and a noun. Bleach can mean to remove color or stains, to make whiter or lighter, or to grow white or lose color.
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Bleach is a verb that means to make or become white or colorless, or a noun that refers to a chemical agent or the act of bleaching. Learn how to use bleach in different contexts, such as laundry, hair, or coral, with synonyms and translations.
to make or become white or colourless, as by exposure to sunlight, by the action of chemical agents, etc. noun. 2. a bleaching agent. 3. the degree of whiteness resulting from bleaching. 4. the act of bleaching. Collins English Dictionary.
