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Baumé
adjective
Bau·mé
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Definition of Baumé
(Entry 1 of 2)
: being, calibrated in accordance with, or according to either of two arbitrary hydrometer scales for liquids lighter than water or for liquids heavier than water that indicate specific gravity in degrees
Baumé
biographical name
Bau·mé
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Definition of Baumé (Entry 2 of 2)
Antoine 1728–1804 French chemist
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