Diatomaceous

//ˌdaɪ.ə.təˈmeɪ.ʃəs// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or containing diatoms or their coverings.

Synonyms

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diatomaceandiatomic

Etymology

From diatom + -aceous.

Related phrases

diatomaceous earth

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