Sinter

Definition of Sinter

Sin´ter

n.

1.

(Min.) Dross, as of iron; the scale which files from iron when hammered; - applied as a name to various minerals.

Calcareous sinter
a loose banded variety of calcite formed by deposition from lime-bearing waters; calcareous tufa; travertine.

Ceraunian sinter
fulgurite.

Siliceous sinter
a light cellular or fibrous opal; especially, geyserite (see Geyserite). It has often a pearly luster, and is then called pearl sinter.

Related Words

forge, form, mold, mould, shape, work

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