lithopone en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Ancient Greek λῐ́θος (lĭ́thos) English lith- Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der. Latin -o-bor. English -o- Ancient Greek πόνος (pónos) English lithopone From lith- + -o- + Ancient Greek πόνος (pónos, “work”).
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A white pigment, a mixture of barium sulfate and zinc sulfide, used in paints and enamels.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| lithophone | alternative | lexicographic | |
| lithopones | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
Translations (2)
pt litopone (pigment) · nl lithopoon (pigment)