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"A white, chalky deposit of calcium carbonate found in kettles, washing machines etc., especially in a hard water area."
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},
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"tags": [
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"word": "Kalk"
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"word": "vízkő"
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"tags": [
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"sense": "chalky deposit",
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"word": "sarro"
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