litmus paper

noun

Definition of litmus paper

: unsized paper colored with litmus and used as an indicator

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Liquid samples can be tested with detector paper, which is similar to a large piece of litmus paper. Popular Mechanics Editors, Popular Mechanics, "How the Experts Identify Chemical Weapons and Prove an Attack," 7 Aug. 2018

First Known Use of litmus paper

1803, in the meaning defined above

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litmus paper

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English Language Learners Definition of litmus paper

technical : special paper that is used to test how much acid is in a solution

litmus paper

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lit·​mus paper | \ ˈlit-məs-\

Kids Definition of litmus paper

: paper treated with coloring matter that turns red in the presence of an acid and blue in the presence of a base

litmus paper

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Medical Definition of litmus paper

: paper colored with litmus and used as an acid-base indicator

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