having a specified gait (usually used in combination): slow-gaited; heavy-gaited oxen. Origin of gaited. 1580-1590. First recorded in 1580-90; gait + -ed3. Related forms.
Medical Definition of ALUMINA. : an oxide of aluminum Al2O3 that occurs native as corundum and in hydrated forms (as in bauxite) and is used in antacidsâcalled also aluminum oxide.
An estimated 85percent of bauxite produced globally is used to generate alumina. Alumina is used to refine aluminum metal. An additional 10 percent is used to generate alumina that is used in abrasives, chemicals and refractory items. The other 5 percent is used for making aluminum compounds.n estimated 85percent of bauxite produced globally is used to generate alumina. Alumina is used to refine aluminum metal. An additional 10 percent is used to generate alumina that is used in abrasives, chemicals and refractory items. The other 5 percent is used for making aluminum compounds.