bromide vs wet rag

bromide

noun

  • A platitude. 

  • A binary compound of bromine and some other element or radical. 

  • A print made on bromide paper. 

  • A dose of bromide taken as a sedative, or to reduce sexual appetite. 

  • A dull person with conventional thoughts. 

wet rag

noun

  • Synonym of wet blanket 

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