boric acid

noun

1. Also called orthoboric acid. Chemistry, Pharmacology. a white, crystalline acid, H3BO3, occurring in nature or prepared from borax: used chiefly in the manufacture of ceramics, cements, glass, and enamels, for fireproofing, and in medicine in aqueous solution as a mild antiseptic.
2. Chemistry. any of a group of acids containing boron.

noun

1. Also called: orthoboric acid a white soluble weakly acid crystalline solid used in the manufacture of heat-resistant glass and porcelain enamels, as a fireproofing material, and as a mild antiseptic. Formula: H 3 BO 3Systematic name: trioxoboric(III) acid
2. any other acid containing boron

n.

1. A water-soluble white or colorless crystalline compound used as an antiseptic and preservative.

1. A white or colorless crystalline compound that occurs naturally or is produced artificially from borax. It is used as an antiseptic and preservative, and in cements, enamels, and cosmetics. Chemical formula: H3BO3.