corundum

corundum
Native crystalline aluminum oxide. [Hind. kurand]

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co·run·dum kə-'rən-dəm n a very hard mineral Al2O3 that consists of alumina occurring in massive form and as variously colored crystals which include the ruby and sapphire

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co·run·dum (ko-runґdəm) naturally occurring aluminum oxide; used in dentistry as an abrasive in grinding wheels and for points mounted on mandrels for the dental engine. See also emery.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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