What is the meaning of Asbestos?

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.

Any of asbestos-like forms of several minerals, asbestiforms

The supposed material composing part of the body that is impervious to heat, or by extension other unpleasant sensations; especially hot or spicy food.

To coat or line with asbestos.

To expose to asbestos; to cause to suffer asbestosis.

To insulate or buffer.

plural of asbesto

asbestosis

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