alunites
|al-u-nites|
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/ˈæljʊˌnaɪts/
(alunite)
mineral form of alum
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alunite' originates from the French word 'alun,' which means 'alum.'
Historical Evolution
'alunite' was derived from the French word 'alunite,' which was used in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mineral used for alum production, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/06 13:06