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linarite

American  
[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; -ite 1

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The subjects of the subpoenas also include 13 corporate entities that are part of the global ownership structure of Purdue, including Rosebay Medical Company, Linarite Holdings, Perthlite Holdings, Data, Moonstone Holdings and Roselite Holdings.

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