- sulfurated p. a mixture composed chiefly of potassium polysulfides and potassium thiosulfate; used externally in scabies, acne, and psoriasis; used in the manufacture of “white lotion.” SYN: liver of sulfur.
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pot·ash 'pät-.ash n
1 a) potassium carbonate esp. from wood ashes
b) POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
2) potassium or a potassium compound esp. as used in agriculture or industry
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pot·ash (potґash) impure potassium carbonate.Medical dictionary. 2011.