Ammonia

usgb/əˈməʊniə/
noun

A colorless gas with a strong smell. It is often used in cleaning products.

The smell of ammonia from the cleaning product was very strong.
Visual representation of "ammonia" - a colorless gas with a strong smell. It is often used in cleaning products.

Often appears as...

  • ammonia solution
  • ammonia smell
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Strong Odor

Ammonia is notable for its pungent smell, which is sharp and immediately recognizable.

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He immediately recognized the sharp odor of ammonia when he entered the room.
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Cleaning Usage

In everyday language, ammonia often refers to household cleaning products that contain it.

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She used a household cleaner with ammonia to scrub the kitchen sink.
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Caution Advised

Use 'ammonia' with caution, as it can imply using or being exposed to a strong chemical.

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The label warned that the solution contained ammonia and to use it in a well-ventilated area.
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