magnetite
|mag-ne-tite|
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/ˈmæɡnəˌtaɪt/
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/ˈmæɡnɪˌtaɪt/
magnetic iron mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'magnetite' originates from the Greek word 'magnēs,' which referred to a type of iron ore.
Historical Evolution
'magnēs' transformed into the Latin word 'magnes,' and eventually became the modern English word 'magnetite' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any magnetic iron ore, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific iron oxide mineral.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a black, magnetic mineral consisting of an oxide of iron, Fe₃O₄, that is an important source of iron.
Magnetite is often found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/04 21:34