mossy zinc

noun

: a granulated form of zinc made by pouring melted zinc into water

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mossy zinc was in 1910

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“Mossy zinc.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mossy%20zinc. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

mossy zinc

noun
: a form of zinc made by pouring melted zinc into water
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