Noun: zirconia ,zur'kow-nee-u
- A white crystalline oxide; used in refractories and in insulation and abrasives and enamels and glazes
"zirconia is used in some dental crowns due to its durability";
- zirconium oxide, zirconium dioxide
- A white crystalline oxide of zirconium, used as a synthetic gemstone and substitute for diamond
"The engagement ring featured a sparkling zirconia stone that looked like a real diamond";
- zirconium dioxide
Derived forms: zirconias
Type of: oxide
Encyclopedia: Zirconia, North Carolina