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- [kalks]
- /kælks/
- /kælks/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kalks]
- /kælks/
Definitions of calx word
- noun calx the powdery metallic oxide formed when an ore or mineral is roasted 3
- noun calx the heel 3
- noun calx the ashy powder left after a metal or mineral has been calcined 3
- noun calx the heel of the foot 3
- noun plural calx the oxide or ashy substance that remains after metals, minerals, etc., have been thoroughly roasted or burned. 1
- noun plural calx lime1 (def 1). 1
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Origin of calx
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; late Middle English < Latin: lime; replacing Middle English cals < Old French < Latin
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Calx
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
calx popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 54% 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.
calx usage trend in Literature
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