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halite

Pronunciation: /ˈhalʌɪt/
Definition of halite

noun

[mass noun]
  • sodium chloride as a mineral, typically occurring as colourless cubic crystals; rock salt.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek hals 'salt' + -ite1

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