alunogen

a·lu·no·gen

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [uh-loo-nuh-juh n]
- /əˈlu nə dʒən/
- /əlˈʌnədʒən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [uh-loo-nuh-juh n]
- /əˈlu nə dʒən/

Definitions of alunogen word

noun alunogen a mineral, hydrous sulfate of aluminum, Al 2 (SO 4) 3 ⋅18H 2 O, occurring as a white, fibrous crust on quarry or mine walls. 1
noun alunogen (mineral) An aluminium sulfate mineral often found on the walls of mines and quarries. 1
noun alunogen (mineralogy) An aluminium sulfate mineral often found on the walls of mines and quarries. 0

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Origin of alunogen

First appearance:

before 1865

One of the 28% newest English words

1865-70; < French alun (see alunite) + -o- + -gen

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A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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