cl meaning and definition

CL noun

Definition of Cl (noun)

1. a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water)
   • synonyms: atomic number 17, chlorine
2. a metric unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter
   • synonyms: centiliter, centilitre

CL adjective

Definition of cl (adjective)

1. being ten more than one hundred forty
   • synonyms: 150, one hundred fifty