plaster of Paris

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(plas-ter-of-Par-is) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. a white powder that sets to a hard solid when mixed with water; used for making sculptures and casts and as an additive for lime plasters

Example Sentence

The doctor used plaster of Paris to make the cast.

Synonyms

gypsum cement; plaster; calcined gypsum

Antonyms

soda pop

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