limescale

English

Etymology

lime +‎ scale

Noun

limescale (uncountable)

A white, chalky deposit of calcium carbonate found in kettles, washing machines etc., especially in a hard water area.

Translations

chalky deposit

Chinese:
Mandarin: 水垢 (zh) (shuǐ gòu)

French: tartre (fr) m
Thai: ตะกรัน (th)

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