Meaning of the word ammonia in English
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ammonia
US /əˈmoʊ.ni.ə/
UK /əˈməʊ.ni.ə/
Noun
a colorless gas with a characteristic pungent smell, a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen (NH3). In solution in water it is strongly alkaline and is used in the manufacture of fertilizers and explosives.
Example:
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The strong smell of ammonia filled the air.
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Ammonia is used in many cleaning products.