emery: Meaning and Definition of

em•er•y

Pronunciation: (em'u-rē, em'rē), [key]
— n.
  1. a granular mineral substance consisting typically of corundum mixed with magnetite or hematite, used powdered, crushed, or consolidated for grinding and polishing.

Em•er•y

Pronunciation: (em'u-rē, em'rē), [key]
— n.
  1. a male or female given name.
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