Caustic cleaner Crossword Clue

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Caustic cleaner Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CLEANER (noun)
1. a preparation used in cleaning something
2. the operator of dry-cleaning establishment
CAUSTIC (adjective)
1. of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
2. harsh or corrosive in tone
CAUSTIC (noun)
1. any chemical substance that burns or destroys living tissue

Hint 3: Anagram

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