milk of magnesia

American  

noun

1. a milky white suspension in water of magnesium hydroxide, Mg (OH) 2 , used as an antacid or laxative.

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milk of magnesia British  

noun

1. a suspension of magnesium hydroxide in water, used as an antacid and laxative

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Etymology

Origin of milk of magnesia

First recorded in 1875–80; formerly trademark

Example Sentences

After I read your article about using milk of magnesia topically as a deodorant, I tried it.

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One suggested applying milk of magnesia to the face, followed by aloe and sunscreen.

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Q: I’ve tried applying milk of magnesia to my underarms for the last two weeks.

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Months ago, you wrote about milk of magnesia on the scalp for seborrheic dermatitis.

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For me, the milk of magnesia seems especially effective in fighting the rash.

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