REALGAR


Meaning of REALGAR in English

[ rɪ'algə ]

■ noun a soft reddish mineral consisting of arsenic sulphide, formerly used as a pigment and in fireworks.

Origin

ME: via med. L. from Arab. rahj al-ġār 'arsenic', lit. 'dust of the cave'.

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