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satin spar

noun

, Mineralogy.
  1. a fibrous variety of gypsum having a silky luster, used as a gem.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of satin spar1

First recorded in 1795–1805

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Example Sentences

Satin spar is still another variety often seen in mineral collections.

The stalactites here are very beautiful, assuming the structure of satin spar.

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