aegirine
|ae-gi-rine|
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/ˈiːdʒɪˌriːn/
dark green mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aegirine' originates from Norwegian, specifically the word 'ægirine', named after the Norse god 'Ægir'.
Historical Evolution
'ægirine' was adopted into English from Norwegian, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mineral itself, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
aegirine is a dark green to black pyroxene mineral, typically found in alkaline igneous rocks.
The geologist discovered aegirine crystals embedded in the rock.
Synonyms
acmite
Last updated: 2025/05/17 08:51