boracic

adj — 3 senses

boracic

adj

/bɔˈɹæsɪk/

Etymology From Medieval Latin borax (genitive boracis), itself via Arabic بَوْرَق (bawraq), from Persian بوره (bura).

1

Relating to, or impregnated with borax.

2

Chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Dated Synonym of boric.

Derived terms: boracic acid, boracic lint, boracite

boracic

adj

Etymology Shortened from boracic lint (“skint”).

1

Cockney, Slang penniless

Synonyms: broke, skint

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