algeps

Catalan

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic جِبْس (jibs).

Pronunciation

Noun

algeps m (plural algepsos)

  1. (Valencia) gypsum (a mineral consisting of hydrated calcium sulphate)
    Synonyms: guix, ges
  2. (Valencia) plaster (a mixture of lime or gypsum, sand, and water, sometimes with the addition of fibres, that hardens to a smooth solid and is used for coating walls and ceilings)

Derived terms

  • adormir-se com l'algeps
  • dormir més que l'algeps

Further reading

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