magnesium sulfate

American  

noun

Chemistry.

1. a white, water-soluble salt, MgSO 4 , used chiefly in medicine and in the processing of leather and textiles.

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Etymology

Origin of magnesium sulfate

First recorded in 1885–90

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Example Sentences

Epsom salts contain magnesium sulfate, so we suspect your technique might be beneficial.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 8, 2023

An analysis of Miami water indicated high levels of magnesium sulfate, an inorganic salt found in most tap water and used commercially as a fermentation aid.

From New York Times • May 3, 2021

A pharmacist reportedly recommended the man try magnesium sulfate to clear the infection, but MacDonald said he didn’t have any luck.

From Fox News • Jan. 30, 2020

It also filtered out other salts: magnesium chloride by more than 90%; and magnesium sulfate, or Epsom salt, by more than 99%.

From Nature • May 2, 2018

Epsom salts   Hydrated magnesium sulfate, MgSO4.7H2O, used as a cathartic and to   reduce inflammation.

From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson