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cordierite

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːdɪərʌɪt/

Definition of cordierite

noun

[mass noun]

a dark blue mineral occurring chiefly in metamorphic rocks. It consists of an aluminosilicate of magnesium and iron, and also occurs as a dichroic gem variety.