Reference meaning
vitriol
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(H2SO4) a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide; widely used in the chemical industry
Related source terms
oil of vitriolsulfuric acidsulphuric acid
Other meanings
2. noun
abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will
3. verb
expose to the effects of vitriol or injure with vitriol
4. verb
subject to bitter verbal abuse
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