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celadonite

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[sel-uh-dn-ahyt] / ˈsɛl ə dnˌaɪt /

noun

Mineralogy.

  1. a hydrous silicate of iron and potassium; an iron-rich soft mica.

Etymology

Origin of celadonite

First recorded in 1865–70; celadon ( def. ) + -ite 1 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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The area becomes rich in celadonite, a soft greenish mineral.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2024

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