smalt
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smalt

noun \ˈsmlt\

Definition of SMALT

: a deep blue pigment consisting of a powdered glass that contains oxide of cobalt

Origin of SMALT

Middle French, from Old Italian smalto, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German smelzan to melt — more at smelt
First Known Use: 1558

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