andalusite
|an-da-lu-site|
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/ˈændəlusaɪt/
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/ˈændəljuːsaɪt/
aluminum silicate mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'andalusite' originates from 'Spanish', specifically the word 'Andalucía', the region in Spain where the mineral was first discovered.
Historical Evolution
'Andalucía' was adopted into French as 'andalousite', and eventually became the modern English word 'andalusite'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the mineral found in Andalucía, but now it refers to the mineral wherever it is found.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a mineral consisting of an aluminum silicate, typically found in metamorphic rocks and used as a refractory material.
Andalusite is often used in the manufacture of heat-resistant ceramics.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/02 21:08