asbestos

/æsˈbɛs.təs/ 名词 C1

中文：石棉

Any of several fibrous mineral forms of magnesium silicate, used for fireproofing, electrical insulation, building materials, brake linings, chemical filters, suits, fireman's gloves, etc. (countable, uncountable) · All types of asbestos are potentially carcinogenic when inhaled.· Asbestos insulation was once ubiquitous.
Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms (countable, uncountable)
The supposed material composing part of the body that is impervious to heat, or by extension other unpleasant sensations; especially hot or spicy food. (colloquial, countable, uncountable)

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