Meaning of the word epsom-salts in English

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epsom-salts

US /ˌep.səm ˈsɑːlts/
UK /ˌep.səm ˈsɑːlts/

Noun

1.

a powder that consists of crystals (= small, regular shaped pieces) of the chemical magnesium sulfate, used in baths to help muscle pain, and also as a laxative (= a substance that helps people pass solid waste):

Example:
After games he soaks his sore muscles in hot baths of Epsom salts.
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