mineral
[ min-er-uh l, min-ruh l ]
/ ˈmɪn ər əl, ˈmɪn rəl /
noun
adjective
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Origin of mineral
mineral.
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mineral
/ (ˈmɪnərəl, ˈmɪnrəl) /
noun
any of a class of naturally occurring solid inorganic substances with a characteristic crystalline form and a homogeneous chemical composition
any inorganic matter
any substance obtained by mining, esp a metal ore
(often plural) British short for mineral water
British a soft drink containing carbonated water and flavouringsUsual US word: soda
adjective
of, relating to, containing, or resembling minerals
Word Origin for mineral
C15: from Medieval Latin minerāle (n), from minerālis (adj); related to minera mine, ore, of uncertain origin
mineral.
abbreviation for
mineralogy or mineralogical
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mineral
[ mĭn′ər-əl ]
n.
A naturally occurring, homogeneous inorganic solid substance having a definite chemical composition and characteristic crystalline structure, color, and hardness.
An inorganic element, such as calcium, iron, potassium, sodium, or zinc, that is essential to the nutrition of humans, animals, and plants.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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mineral
[ mĭn′ər-əl ]
A naturally occurring, solid, inorganic element or compound having a uniform composition and a regularly repeating internal structure. Minerals typically have a characteristic hardness and color, or range of colors, by which they can be recognized. Rocks are made up of minerals.
A natural substance of commercial value, such as iron ore, coal, or petroleum, that is obtained by mining, quarrying, or drilling.
The American Heritage® Science Dictionary
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mineral
In geology, a naturally occurring inorganic substance (see inorganic molecules) with a definite chemical composition and a regular internal structure.
Note
Most minerals are crystals, like salt and diamonds.
Note
Rocks are aggregates of minerals.
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