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calamineOne entry found. Main Entry: cal·a·mine Pronunciation: \ˈka-lə-ˌmīn, -mən\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English calamyn ore of zinc, from Medieval Latin calamina, alteration of Latin cadmia — more at cadmium Date: 15th century : a mixture of zinc oxide with a small amount of ferric oxide used in lotions, liniments, and ointments
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