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 permanganate of potash
 
 
 
       
        
         | 1. | (noun) a poisonous salt that forms dark purple crystals and is purple-red when dissolved in water; used as an oxidizing and bleaching agent and as a disinfectant and antiseptic |  
	 |  | Synonyms: potassium permanganate |  
	 |  | Related Words: permanganate |  | 
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