PEARLASH
Etymology
Noun
pearlash (countable and uncountable, plural pearlashes)
(organic compound) A white amorphous or granular substance which consists principally of potassium carbonate and has a strong alkaline reaction. It is obtained by lixiviating wood ashes and evaporating the lye, and has been an important source of potassium compounds. It is used in making soap, glass, etc.
Anagrams
• harp seal
Source: Wiktionary
Pearl"ash`, n. (Chem.)
Definition: A white amorphous or granular substance which consists
principally of potassium carbonate, and has a strong alkaline
reaction. It is obtained by lixiviating wood ashes, and evaporating
the lye, and has been an important source of potassium compounds. It
is used in making soap, glass, etc.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition