diatomaceous

[ dahy-uh-tuh-mey-shuhs ]

adjective

1. consisting of or containing diatoms or their fossil remains.

diatomaceous

/ ˌdaɪətəˈmeɪʃəs /

adjective

1. of, relating to, consisting of, or containing diatoms or their fossil remains

Word History and Origins

Origin of diatomaceous¹

1840–50; < New Latin Diatomace ( ae ) an order name ( diatom, -aceae ) + -ous

Example Sentences

The shelf-ice is without doubt afloat, if the presence of sea-water and diatomaceous stains on the ice is of any account.

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Zelinkia and Philosyrtis are two slightly aberrant forms described by Giard from certain diatomaceous sands.

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The animal is in many respects a plant; for the diatomaceous creatures one knows hardly in which kingdom to find their place.

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Wherever these circumstances coexist, diatomaceous forms will almost invariably be found.

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Diatomaceous earth is made up of remains of minute aquatic plants.

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