baking soda

American  

noun

1. sodium bicarbonate.

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baking soda Scientific  

1. See sodium bicarbonate

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Etymology

Origin of baking soda

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85

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Example Sentences

This designation is shared by everyday ingredients such as salt, vinegar, and baking soda.

From Science Daily

A new, legal supplement made of baking soda helps quiet screaming muscles.

From The Wall Street Journal

Whisk the flour, curry powder, baking soda, baking powder, and MSG, if using, together in a medium bowl.

From Salon

In a bowl, combine your dry ingredients: flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder, baking soda.

From Salon

More runners in the middle distances are using a supplement whose main ingredient is sodium bicarbonate—household baking soda.

From The Wall Street Journal