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单词 phosphorus box
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Definition of phosphorus box in English:

phosphorus box

noun
historical
  • A box containing matches tipped with potassium chlorate, together with phosphorus into which the matches were dipped before striking them.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in Trials at Large Capital & Other Convicts Old Bailey.

 
 

Definition of phosphorus box in US English:

phosphorus box

noun
historical
  • A box containing matches tipped with potassium chlorate, together with phosphorus into which the matches were dipped before striking them.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in Trials at Large Capital & Other Convicts Old Bailey.

 
 
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