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Meaning of REALGAR

Pronunciation:  ree'algur

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a rare soft orange mineral consisting of arsenic sulphide; an important ore of arsenic
 
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 See Also: arsenic, As, atomic number 33, mineral

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Re*al"gar\, n. [F. r['e]algar, Sp. rejalgar, Ar. rahj
al gh[=a]r powder of the mine.] (Min.)
Arsenic sulphide, a mineral of a brilliant red color; red
orpiment. It is also an artificial product.
 

 

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