Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barilla
noun
/bəˈrɪlə/
Definition
A type of ash made from seaweed, traditionally used in the production of glass and soap.
Examples
- The glassmaker needed barilla to create the right consistency in his glass products.
- Barilla was once a crucial ingredient in soap-making due to its alkaline properties.
Meaning
Barilla refers to the mineral-rich ash obtained from burning certain species of saltwater plants, particularly used in industrial processes.
Synonyms
- Alkali
- Mineral ash
- Soda ash
