Definition of Caustic
Caustic
caus·tic
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Capable of burning or corroding by chemical action; sharply critical or sarcastic.
e.g. The caustic comments from the critic left the actress in tears.
(adjective)
capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action;
e.g. Using a caustic cleaner, he was able to clear all the tough residue.
(noun)
a caustic agent or subject;
e.g. Make sure not to let your skin come in contact with any caustics.
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