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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An inhabitant or a resident of Magnesia.

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or relating to Magnesia. not-comparable
2. 2
   Containing magnesia (magnesium oxide)
3. 3
   Containing magnesium.

Synonyms

All synonyms

magnesialmagnesiferousmagnesiferous

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Magnesia + -an.

Etymology 2

From magnesium + -ian.

Related phrases

magnesian limestone

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