javelle water

noun

1. sodium hypochlorite, NaOCl, dissolved in water, used as a bleach, antiseptic, etc.

noun

1. an aqueous solution containing sodium hypochlorite and some sodium chloride, used as a bleach and disinfectant
2. Also called: eau de Javelle a similar solution made from potassium carbonate and chlorine

n.

1. An aqueous solution of potassium or sodium hypochlorite, used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent.