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calx

Syllabification: (calx)
Pronunciation: /kalks/

Definition of calx

noun (plural calces /ˈkalˌsēz/)

Chemistry, archaic
  • a powdery metallic oxide formed when an ore or mineral has been heated.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin, 'lime', probably from Greek khalix 'pebble, limestone'

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