(co-run-dum) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. common mineral aluminum oxide; notable for its hardness; transparent varieties as sapphire and ruby are used as gems other varieties as abrasives often made synthetically

Example Sentence

Corundum is used as an abrasive and also as a gemstone.

Synonyms

hard mineral; aluminum oxide; ruby; sapphire

Antonyms

hydrogen

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corundum
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Rhymes

  • corundum

  • carborundum