Epsom Salts Definition

ĕpsəm
noun
Hydrated magnesium sulfate, MgSO4 · 7H2 O, used as a cathartic and as an agent to reduce inflammation.
American Heritage Medicine
A white, crystalline salt, magnesium sulfate, MgSO47H2O, used as an anticonvulsant or cathartic, as an ingredient in bath salts, etc.
Webster's New World

Common name for magnesium sulfate. Used as a laxative and in the preparation of tofu as a coagulator. Formerly commonly used as a medicated soaking solution.

Wiktionary
Synonyms:
  • bitter salts

Origin of Epsom Salts

  • After Epsom , former name of Epsom and Ewell, England

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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