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1. (n.) calx
the oxide or ashy substance that remains after metals, minerals, etc., have been thoroughly burned.
Etymology: (1350–1400; ME cals < OF < L calx lime; see calcium)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) calcium oxide, quicklime, lime, calx, calcined lime, fluxing lime, unslaked lime, burnt lime
a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide
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1. (noun) CALX
quicklime
2. (noun) CALX
the substance which remains when a metal or mineral has been subjected to calcination or combustion by heat, and which is, or may be, reduced to a fine powder
3. (noun) CALX
broken and refuse glass, returned to the post
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