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rock wool
noun
Definition of ROCK WOOL
: mineral wool made by blowing a jet of steam through molten rock (as limestone or siliceous rock) or through slag and used chiefly for heat and sound insulation
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First Known Use of ROCK WOOL
circa 1909
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