litmus paper

/ˌlɪtməs ˈpeɪpər/
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Definitions of litmus paper
  1. noun
    unsized paper treated with litmus for use as an acid-base indicator
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    paper
    a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
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