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kyanite

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌɪənʌɪt/

Definition of kyanite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a blue or green crystalline mineral consisting of aluminium silicate, used in heat-resistant ceramics.

Derivatives

kyanitic

Pronunciation: /-ˈnɪtɪk/

adjective

Origin:

late 18th century: from Greek kuanos, kuaneos 'dark blue' + -ite1

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