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builder a substance added to a soap or detergent as a filler or abrasive builder [′bil·dər] (materials) An additive used in a detergent to improve the cleaning efficiency of the surfactant, principally by inactivating water-hardness ions. (metallurgy) A fire-clay brick cull used for bottom construction in kilns or for boxing brick during burning. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Nevertheless, the two largest commercial applications -- catalysts and detergent builders -- are both relatively mature and offer only moderate growth prospects. |
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