sulfur
UK: ˈsʌlfə | US: ˈsʌlfɚ
n. A pale yellow, nonmetallic chemical element (symbol S) with a strong odor, occurring in volcanic deposits and used in matches, gunpowder, and industrial processes.
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sulfur = sulf<Latin sulfur (brimstone)> + ur<variant spelling>
Etymology Origin:
The word sulfur traces back to Latin sulfur (also spelled sulpur), meaning "brimstone" or "burning stone." The spelling evolved in Middle English (sulphur) under French influence but was later standardized to sulfur in scientific contexts. The Latin term may derive from an Indo-European root related to burning or smoldering, reflecting the element’s flammable properties.
Sulfur is essential for the production of sulfuric acid.
The volcanic gases smelled strongly of sulfur.
Ancient alchemists associated sulfur with fire and transformation.
Match heads contain sulfur to aid combustion.
Sulfur deposits are often found near hot springs.