gypsum
|gyp-sum|
B2
/ˈdʒɪp.səm/
mineral for plaster
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gypsum' originates from the Greek word 'gypsos', where 'gypsos' meant 'chalk' or 'plaster'.
Historical Evolution
'gypsos' transformed into the Latin word 'gypsum', and eventually became the modern English word 'gypsum'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'chalk' or 'plaster', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a mineral used in construction and agriculture'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate, used in plaster and as a fertilizer.
Gypsum is often used in the construction industry for making drywall.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/18 14:51