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- [gib-zahyt]
- /ˈgɪb zaɪt/
- /ɡˈɪbsaɪt/
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- [gib-zahyt]
- /ˈgɪb zaɪt/
Definitions of gibbsite word
- noun gibbsite a mineral, hydrated aluminum oxide, Al 2 O 3 ·3H 2 O, occurring in whitish or grayish crystals and masses: an important constituent of bauxite ore. 1
- noun gibbsite a mineral consisting of hydrated aluminium oxide: a constituent of bauxite and a source of alumina. Formula: Al(OH)3 0
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Origin of gibbsite
First appearance:
before 1815 One of the 39% newest English words
1815-25; named after George Gibbs (died 1833), American mineralogist; see -ite1
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Parts of speech for Gibbsite
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gibbsite popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 70% 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.
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