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Emery is a very hard rock type used to make abrasive powder. It largely consists of the mineral corundum (aluminum oxide), mixed with other species such as the iron-bearing spinels hercynite and magnetite, and also rutile (titania). Industrial emery may contain a variety of other minerals and synthetic compounds such as magnesia, mullite, and silica.

Personal experiences with the name Emery: | Edit

My friend gave her daughter the name Emery. She was a big fan of the rock band of the same name and thought it sounded pretty.

Nicknames for Emery: | Edit

Em, Emma, Emmy, Mimi

Meanings and history of the name Emery: | Edit

Though originally a Masculine German name, Emery has gained popularity as a girl's name. Emery is German and means 'Ruler of work, powerful home'.

Famous real-life people named Emery: | Edit

Emery Hope Sehorn, daughter of football player Jason Sehorn and actress Angie Harmon
Christian rock band named Emery

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