acadialite
|a-ca-di-a-lite|
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/əˈkeɪdiəˌlaɪt/
rare mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acadialite' originates from the region of Acadia in Canada, where it was first discovered.
Historical Evolution
'Acadialite' was named after the region of Acadia, reflecting its place of discovery.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was simply a name for a mineral found in Acadia, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare mineral, also known as scapolite, found in metamorphic rocks.
Acadialite is often found in marble and gneiss.
Synonyms
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