Definition & Meaning of "ammoniac"in English

Ammoniac

an aromatic gum resin obtained from a tall perennial plant native to Iran and Central Asia

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Gum ammoniac has been used in traditional medicine for respiratory conditions.

ammoniac

of, containing, or resembling the colorless, pungent compound NH₃

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The strong ammoniac odor indicated a gas leak.

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