the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Of or pertaining to sulphur.
adj. Derived from, or containing, sulphur; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a higher valence as contrasted with the sulphurous compounds.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Of or pertaining to or obtained from sulphur.
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adj. of or relating to or containing sulfur
Word Usage
"The term sulphuric aciili is improperly applied to the strongeU eil of vitriol; this aubstanee, according to the principles a£ tbe French nomenclature, ou; 5ht to be called kydrosulfihurii: add."