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oleum Meaning & Definition

/ˈoʊliəm/

What Does Oleum Mean?

As a noun, oleum means A solution of sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid.

Quick Facts About Oleum

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈoʊliəm/
Synonymsfuming sulfuric acid
Pluraloleums

Oleum Definition (Noun)

  1. A solution of sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid.

Synonyms of Oleum

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Word Forms & Grammar

oleum (countable and uncountable, plural oleums)

Words That Rhyme With Oleum

Origin of Oleum

From German Oleum,[1] from Latin oleum (“olive oil”), from Ancient Greek ἔλαιον (élaion, “olive oil”). Doublet of oil.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oleum

What part of speech is oleum?

Oleum is a noun.

What is another word for oleum?

Words with a similar meaning to oleum include fuming sulfuric acid. See the full list of oleum synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of oleum?

The plural of oleum is oleums.

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