allanites
|al-la-nites|
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/ˈæl.əˌnaɪts/
(allanite)
rare earth mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allanite' originates from the name of the Scottish mineralogist 'Thomas Allan', who first identified the mineral.
Historical Evolution
'allanite' was named in honor of Thomas Allan, and the term has remained consistent in its usage since its identification.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific mineral, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/25 00:51