vermiculite en · NOUN
Etymology
From Latin vermiculus (“wormlet”), for its fibrous nature and tendency to expand into worm-like shapes when heated.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A hydrated silicate mineral which expands on heating; it is used in insulation and as a medium for planting.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| vermiculites | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (8)
ja 蛭石 (mineral) · cmn 蛭石 (mineral) · de Vermiculit (mineral) · el βερμικουλίτης (mineral) · es vermiculita (mineral) · fr vermiculite (mineral) · fi vermikuliitti (mineral) · it vermiculite (mineral)