Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gypsum
noun
/ˈdʒɪp.səm/
Definition
Gypsum is a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate.
Examples
- Gypsum is commonly used to make drywall.
- The farmer added gypsum to improve the soil quality.
- Artists sometimes use gypsum in plaster sculptures.
Meaning
It is often used in construction and agriculture.
Synonyms
- Plaster
- Calcium sulfate
- Gypsum rock
