amosite

am·o·site

A a

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [am-uh-sahyt]
- /ˈæm əˌsaɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [am-uh-sahyt]
- /ˈæm əˌsaɪt/

Definitions of amosite word

noun amosite a fibrous mineral used in the manufacture of heat and acid-proof asbestos 3
noun amosite an asbestine variety of anthophyllite, rich in iron, formerly used as a heat-resistant material. 1
noun amosite (mineral) A variety of grunerite asbestos, once used in insulation. 1
noun amosite (mineralogy) A variety of grunerite asbestos, once used in insulation. 0

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Origin of amosite

First appearance:

before 1915

One of the 14% newest English words

1915-20; A(sbestos) M(ine) o(f) S(outh Africa) + -ite1

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Parts of speech for Amosite

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amosite popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 71% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

amosite usage trend in Literature

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