calx

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide

Etymology

From Latin calx (“lime”). Doublet of cauk and chalk.

Synonyms

calcium oxide, quicklime, lime, calcined lime, fluxing lime, unslaked lime, burnt lime

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