CHLORINE
Scrabble letter values: C3H4L1O1R1I1N1E1 = 13
Definition
- noun a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens. — synonyms: Cl, atomic_number_17
Examples
- “best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas”
- “used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant”
- “occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)”