Definitions for: Scoria


[n] the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals



Webster (1913) Definition: Sco"ri*a, n.; pl. Scori[ae]. [L., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ?
dung, ordure.]
1. The recrement of metals in fusion, or the slag rejected
after the reduction of metallic ores; dross.

2. Cellular slaggy lava; volcanic cinders.

Synonyms: dross, slag

See Also: basic slag, scum

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