English Explanatory Dictionary

diatomaceous

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of, pertaining to, or containing diatoms or their coverings.

Pronunciation

/ˌdaɪ.ə.təˈmeɪ.ʃəs/

Word forms

diatomaceous more diatomaceous most diatomaceous

Etymology

From diatom + -aceous.

Synonyms

diatomic

Derived words

diatomaceous earth
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