Argol

[ɑ:gɒl]

Definition

(n.) Crude tartar; an acidulous salt from which cream of tartar is prepared. It exists in the juice of grapes, and is deposited from wines on the sides of the casks.

Checker: Polly

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Tartar (crude), bitartrate of potash, wine-stone.

Edited by Erna

Definition

n. a hard crust formed on the sides of wine-vessels from which cream of tartar and tartaric acid are obtained—generally of a reddish tinge.

Inputed by Leonard