gypsum
Etymology

From Latin gypsum, from Ancient Greek γύψος.

Pronunciation
  • (British, America) IPA: /ˈd͡ʒɪp.səm/
Noun

gypsum

  1. A mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulphate. When calcinated, it forms plaster of Paris.
Synonyms
  • plaster-stone
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