An acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. It is used medicinally as a cathartic.
Venerable
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Capable of being venerated; worthy of veneration or
reverence; deserving of honor and respect; -- generally implying an
advanced age; as, a venerable magistrate; a venerable parent.
Venerable meaning & definition 1 of Venerable.
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[worthy] of respect or [reverence] by reason of age and [dignity], character, or position
Venerable meaning & definition 2 of Venerable.
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[Old ass] mother who is particularly [adept] at solving [crossword] puzzles.
Venerable meaning & definition 3 of Venerable.
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Accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character.
Venerable meaning & definition 4 of Venerable.
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deserving respect because of age, high position, or religious or historical importance:
Venerable meaning & definition 5 of Venerable.
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