Epsom

[ ep-suhm ]

/ ˈɛp səm /

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noun

a town in Surrey, SE England, S of London: site of a famous racetrack (Epsom Downs ) where the annual Derby is held.

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Official name Epsom and Ewell.

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How to use Epsom in a sentence

Epsom salt also has magnesium, so it will help you relax and sleep.
5 Healthier Ways to Detox (That Aren’t Juice Cleanses)|DailyBurn|February 20, 2014|DAILY BEAST
One easy way to build them back up is to take a bath with Epsom salts, which contain sulfur.
5 Healthier Ways to Detox (That Aren’t Juice Cleanses)|DailyBurn|February 20, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Carbolic Acid … liquid … oil … sweet oil … castor oil … aperient … Epsom Salts … white … white of egg.
Assimilative Memory|Marcus Dwight Larrowe (AKA Prof. A. Loisette)
While at Epsom I heard from friends that Shiel was present at the race, though he had said he would not go.
You Never Know Your Luck, Complete|Gilbert Parker

There the sportsman awoke in him once more, and he painted the “Race for the Derby at Epsom.”
The History of Modern Painting, Volume 1 (of 4)|Richard Muther
The cure of the disease is very easy; thymol is given, which weakens the hold of the worm, this being followed by Epsom salts.
A Civic Biology|George William Hunter
It consists of the following: One part epsom salts, two parts glycerine, and three parts soap suds.
The Mother and Her Child|William S. Sadler

British Dictionary definitions for Epsom

Epsom

/ (ˈɛpsəm) /

noun

a town in SE England, in Surrey: famous for its mineral springs and for horse racing. Pop (with Ewell): 64 492 (2001)

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