Definition of OLEUM

oleum

Meanings

Plural: oleums

Noun

  • A solution of sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid.

Origin / Etymology

From German Oleum, from Latin oleum (“olive oil”), from Ancient Greek ἔλαιον (élaion, “olive oil”). Doublet of oil.

Synonyms

fuming sulfuric acid

Scrabble Score: 7

oleum is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
oleum is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
oleum is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 10

oleum is a valid Words With Friends word