diaspore Meaning & Definition
/ˈdaɪ.əˌspɔɹ/
What Does Diaspore Mean?
As a noun, diaspore means A natural hydrate of aluminium, sometimes forming stalactites. It is also used to mean A gemstone consisting of hydrate of aluminium in crystal form.
Word Facts for Diaspore
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdaɪ.əˌspɔɹ/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Plural | diaspores |
Diaspore Definition (Noun)
- A natural hydrate of aluminium, sometimes forming stalactites.
- A gemstone consisting of hydrate of aluminium in crystal form.
- seeds and fruit together regarded as a dispersal unit.
Synonyms of Diaspore
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Diaspore synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
diaspore (countable and uncountable, plural diaspores)
Origin of Diaspore
From Ancient Greek διασπείρω (diaspeírō, “to scatter”), describing its decrepitation on heating.
How to Pronounce Diaspore
The standard pronunciation of diaspore is /ˈdaɪ.əˌspɔɹ/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (daɪ).