Definition of Vermiculite

1. Noun. Any of a group of yellow or brown hydrous silicate minerals having a micaceous structure.

Generic synonyms: Mineral

Definition of Vermiculite

1. n. A group of minerals having, a micaceous structure. They are hydrous silicates, derived generally from the alteration of some kind of mica. So called because the scales, when heated, open out into wormlike forms.

2. n. A group of minerals having, a micaceous structure. They are hydrous silicates, derived generally from the alteration of some kind of mica. So called because the scales, when heated, open out into wormlike forms.

Definition of Vermiculite

1. Noun. (minerology) A hydrated silicate mineral which expands on heating; it is used in insulation and as a medium for planting ¹

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Definition of Vermiculite

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Medical Definition of Vermiculite

1. A group of minerals having, a micaceous structure. They are hydrous silicates, derived generally from the alteration of some kind of mica. So called because the scales, when heated, open out into wormlike forms. Origin: L. Vermiculus, dim. Of vermis worm. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Vermiculite

vermicompost
vermicomposted
vermicomposting
vermicomposts
vermicular
vermicular colic
vermicular movement
vermicular pulse
vermiculate
vermiculated
vermiculates
vermiculating
vermiculation
vermiculations
vermicule
vermiculite (current term)
vermiculites
vermiculous
vermiculture
vermiculus
vermiform
vermiform appendage
vermiform appendices
vermiform appendix
vermiform process
vermiformia
vermifugal
vermifuge
vermifuges
vermil

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