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pyrargyrite


Definition of pyrargyrite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a dark reddish-grey mineral consisting of a sulphide of silver and antimony.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek puro- (from pur 'fire') + arguros 'silver' + -ite1

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