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gypsum

gyp·sum

UK/ˈd͡ʒɪp.səm/ US/ˈdʒɪpsʌm/ rare

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a common white or colorless mineral (hydrated calcium sulphate) used to make cements and plasters (especially plaster of Paris)

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From Latin gypsum, from Ancient Greek γύψος (gúpsos). Doublet of gesso.

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