CALX


Meaning of CALX in English

[ kalks ]

■ noun ( plural calces 'kalsi:z ) Chemistry, archaic a powdery metallic oxide formed when an ore or mineral has been heated.

Origin

ME: from L., 'lime', prob. from Gk khalix 'pebble, limestone'.

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