barytocalcite
|ba-ry-to-cal-cite|
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/ˌbærɪˈtoʊkælsaɪt/
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/ˌbærɪˈtəʊkælsaɪt/
heavy lime mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'barytocalcite' originates from 'Greek', specifically the word 'barys' meaning 'heavy' and 'calx' meaning 'lime'.
Historical Evolution
'barytocalcite' was directly adopted into English from its mineralogical naming conventions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the mineral's composition and weight, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/23 03:19