First Known Use: 14th century
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gypsum
noun gyp·sum \ˈjip-səm\
: a white mineral that is used to make plaster of paris
Full Definition of GYPSUM
1
: a widely distributed mineral consisting of hydrous calcium sulfate that is used especially as a soil amendment and in making plaster of paris
2
: drywall
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Origin of GYPSUM
Latin, from Greek gypsos
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gypsum
noun gyp·sum \ˈjip-səm\
Medical Definition of GYPSUM
: a widely distributed mineral CaSO4·2H2O consisting of hydrous calcium sulfate that is used especially as a soil amendment and in making plaster of paris
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