andrewsite

/ændrəwaɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral, a hydrated iron arsenide.

“The geologist discovered a specimen of andrewsite in the remote mountains.”

2. proper noun

A rare surname of English origin.

“According to census records, there are only a few people with the surname Andrewsite.”

Synonyms

  • arsenide
  • iron ore

Antonyms

  • base metal ore
  • non-metallic mineral