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chiastolite
(chi¦as¦to|lite)
Pronunciation:
/kʌɪˈastəlʌɪt, kɪ-/
noun
[
mass noun
]
a form of the mineral andalusite containing carbonaceous inclusions giving a cross-shaped appearance.
Origin:
early 19th century
: from Greek
khiastos
'arranged crosswise'
+
-lite
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