SUINT
\sˈuːɪnt], \sˈuːɪnt], \s_ˈuː_ɪ_n_t]\
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A peculiar substance obtained from the wool of sheep, consisting largely of potash mixed with fatty and earthy matters. It is used as a source of potash and also for the manufacture of gas.
By Oddity Software
By Thomas Davidson
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