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anhydrite

Pronunciation: /anˈhʌɪdrʌɪt/

Definition of anhydrite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a white mineral consisting of anhydrous calcium sulphate. It typically occurs in evaporite deposits.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek anudros (see anhydrous) + -ite1

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Definition of anhydrite in the US English dictionary