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cinnabar Definition and Meaning in English (cinnabar definition)

noun
Synonyms:vermilionmercuric sulfide
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Cinnabar definition: Cinnabar is a bright red mineral, primarily mercuric sulfide, historically used as a pigment and as the main ore for extracting mercury.

Definitions of Cinnabar

  1. 1noun

    Cinnabar is a bright red mineral, primarily mercuric sulfide, historically used as a pigment and as the main ore for extracting mercury.

Example Sentences

“The ancient Romans used cinnabar to create a vibrant red paint for their frescoes.”

“Cinnabar is a toxic substance due to its mercury content.”

Synonyms

vermilionmercuric sulfide

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nouncinnabarite
adjectivecinnabarine

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Cinnabar definition: Cinnabar is a bright red mineral, primarily mercuric sulfide, historically used as a pigment and as the main ore for extracting mercury.
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'Cinnabar' translates to 'cinnabar' in English. Cinnabar definition: Cinnabar is a bright red mineral, primarily mercuric sulfide, historically used as a pigment and as the main ore for extracting mercury.
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