alleyite
|al-ley-ite|
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/ˈæliˌaɪt/
rare mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alleyite' originates from the name of the mineralogist 'Alley', who first identified the mineral.
Historical Evolution
'alleyite' was named in honor of the mineralogist 'Alley' and has remained unchanged in its naming.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was simply a name for the mineral, and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare mineral composed of lead, copper, and selenium.
The geologist discovered a vein of alleyite in the old mine.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/25 20:21