Zirconia
Pronunciation : Zir*co"ni*a
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [NL.] (Chem.)
Definition : Defn: The oxide of zirconium, obtained as a white powder, and possessing both acid and basic properties. On account of its infusibility, and brilliant luminosity when incandescent, it is used as an ingredient of sticks for the Drummomd light.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913