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em·ery | \ ˈem-rē 
, ˈe-mə- \
, ˈe-mə- \ plural emeries
Definition of emery
: a dark granular mineral that consists of corundum with iron oxide impurities (such as magnetite) and is used as an abrasive also : a hard abrasive powder
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emery
nounem·ery | \ ˈe-mə-rē , ˈem-rē \
, ˈem-rē \ plural emeries
Kids Definition of emery
: a mineral used as a powder for polishing and grinding
em·ery | \ ˈem-(ə-)rē \
\ plural emeries
Medical Definition of emery
: a dark granular mineral that consists essentially of corundum and is used for grinding and polishing also : a hard abrasive powder
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