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Efflorescence

Description:

Efflorescence refers to the white, powdery substance that forms on the surface of materials like concrete, brick, or stone due to the migration of salts to the surface. It commonly occurs in areas with high humidity or excessive moisture.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The formation or presence of efflorescence; a powdery substance on the surface of materials.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: The formation or presence of efflorescence on materials.

Example sentences:

1. The old building's walls were marred by the efflorescence caused by decades of exposure to moisture.
2. Efflorescence on the garden stones gave them an aged, weathered appearance.

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