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Definitions
  • gypsum a mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulphate
  • plaster a mixture of lime or gypsum, sand, and water, sometimes with the addition of fibres, that hardens to a smooth solid and is used for coating walls and ceilings
  • cast an object made in a mould
  • (medicine) cast a supportive and immobilising device used to help mend broken bones
  • chalk a piece of chalk used for drawing and writing on a blackboard

Etymology

Derived from Latin gypsum (plaster).

Origin

Latin

gypsum

Gloss

plaster

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