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kish

Pronunciation: /kɪʃ/
Definition of kish

noun

[mass noun]
  • a scum of impure graphite, formed on molten iron during smelting.

Origin:

early 19th century: of uncertain origin; compare with French dialect quiasse 'scum on metal' (French chiasse 'insect excrement')

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