a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels;
Synonyms: hydrogen peroxide
peroxide (n.)
an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O-;
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peroxide (v.)
bleach with peroxide;
She must peroxide her hair-it looks unnaturally blond
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