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rockwool

The English word “rockwool” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. Inorganic material resembling fiber, used primarily for insulation and soundproofing.
  2. A horticultural growing medium made from natural ingredients, usually including basalt rock and chalk.

Etymology

From rock + wool.

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