willemite

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A rare mineral, anhydrous zinc silicate, Zn₂SiO₄, that is a minor ore of zinc.

Word forms

willemite willemites villemite

Etymology

In honour of Willem I, king of the Netherlands, + -ite.

Related words

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