What is the meaning of sulphur?

noun

  • An abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions.

verb

  • Treat with sulphur in order to preserve.
    • usage: "These dried fruits are sulphured"
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