Gypsum (Noun)
Meaning
A common white or colorless mineral (hydrated calcium sulphate) used to make cements and plasters (especially plaster of Paris).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Gypsum is often found in large deposits and can be extracted for use in various applications.
- The mixture of water and gypsum creates a workable paste used for casting molds and creating sculptures.
- To create the smooth walls, the builder applied multiple layers of plaster made from gypsum.
- In many ancient structures, the ceilings and walls were constructed using a combination of wood, stone, and gypsum plaster.
- A type of drywall called gypsum board consists of a gypsum core sandwiched between layers of paper.