chamotte

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A ceramic raw material with a high percentage of silica and alumina.

Pronunciation

/ʃəˈmɑt/ /ʃəˈmɒt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-chamotte.wav

Word forms

chamotte chamottes

Etymology

From French chamotte, from German Schamotte, of uncertain origin.

Synonyms

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