(also bicarbonate of soda, baking soda) (also informal bicarb) noun
[U] (Symbol NaHCO3) a chemical compound in the form of a white powder that dissolves and is used in baking to make cakes, etc. rise and become light, and in making FIZZY drinks and some medicines
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