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linarite

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[lahy-nuh-rahyt, li-nahr-ahyt] / ˈlaɪ nəˌraɪt, lɪˈnɑr aɪt /

noun

  1. a mineral, a complex basic sulfate of lead and copper, having a deep-blue color resembling that of azurite.

Etymology

Origin of linarite

1835–45; named after Linares, where found; see -ite 1

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