alboranite
|al-bo-ran-ite|
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/ˌælbəˈreɪnaɪt/
igneous rock from Alboran Sea
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alboranite' originates from the name 'Alboran Sea', where the rock was first identified.
Historical Evolution
The term 'alboranite' was coined in the 20th century to describe this specific rock type found in the Alboran Sea region.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific rock type found in the Alboran Sea, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of igneous rock, specifically a variety of gabbro, found in the Alboran Sea region.
The geologist discovered a large deposit of alboranite in the coastal region.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/14 02:21