MAGNESIAN

Etymology

Noun

Magnesian (plural Magnesians)

An inhabitant or a resident of Magnesia.

Adjective

Magnesian (not comparable)

Of or relating to Magnesia.

Etymology

Adjective

magnesian (comparative more magnesian, superlative most magnesian)

Containing magnesia

(mineralogy) Describing minerals containing magnesium

Source: Wiktionary


Mag*ne"sian, a.

Definition: Pertaining to, characterized by, or containing, magnesia or magnesium. Magnesian limestone. (Min.) See Dolomite.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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