alunite
|al-u-nite|
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/ˈæljʊˌnaɪt/
mineral form of alum
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alunite' originates from the French word 'alun,' which means 'alum,' combined with the mineral suffix '-ite.'
Historical Evolution
'alun' transformed into the French word 'alunite,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alunite.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mineral form of alum, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a mineral consisting of a hydrous potassium aluminum sulfate, typically occurring in massive form or in rhombohedral crystals.
Alunite is often used in the production of alum and potassium sulfate.
Synonyms
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