Asbestos
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /æsˈbɛs.tɒs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Asbestos is a noun meaning (mineralogy) Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms.
Meaning
(mineralogy) Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms.
More Meanings
- To coat or line with asbestos.
- To expose to asbestos; to cause to suffer asbestosis.
- (figurative) To insulate or buffer.
- (mineralogy) Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc.
- (colloquial, attributive) The supposed material composing part of the body that is impervious to heat, or by extension other unpleasant sensations; especially hot or spicy food.
Example Sentences
Asbestos insulation was once ubiquitous.
She sipped the coffee; she always did have asbestos lips.
All types of asbestos are potentially carcinogenic when inhaled.
Insulation against sound and changes in external temperature is given by a thickness of asbestos on the inside of the panels.
Word Forms
- asbestoses
- asbesti
- asbestus
- asbestosing
- asbestosed
Related Words
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