guhr

noun

ˈgu̇(ə)r
plural -s
1
: a loose earthy deposit from water occurring in the cavities of rocks, being mostly white but sometimes red or yellow, and consisting of a varying mixture of clay or ocher
2
[by shortening] : kieselguhr

Word History

Etymology

German guhr, gur; akin to Middle High German gern to ferment, Old High German jesan

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“Guhr.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guhr. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

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