algodonite

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hexagonal copper arsenide mineral.

Word forms

algodonite

Etymology

Named after the Algodones silver mine in Chile + -ite; the name of the mine comes from Spanish algodones (“cottons”).

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