caustic soda

American  

noun

1. sodium hydroxide.

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caustic soda British  

noun

1. another name for sodium hydroxide

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Etymology

Origin of caustic soda

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

"She mixes it in so that the strong smell of caustic soda does not remain," Jussara says.

From BBC

It is used by the chlor-alkali industry, which produces bleach, caustic soda and other products.

From Washington Times

The substance is found in products such brake linings and gaskets, and is used to manufacture chlorine bleach and sodium hydroxide, also known as caustic soda.

From Seattle Times

The containers held chemicals such as caustic soda, nitric acid, methanol and plastic pellets, and the ship also carried about 350 tons of oil.

From New York Times

The Sri Lankan navy has said the ship was also carrying caustic soda, sodium methoxide and methane.

From Washington Post