bohmite

/ˈboʊmaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a hydrated aluminium oxide mineral, AlO(OH), occurring as a secondary mineral in laterites, often in association with bauxite.

“The geologist studied the occurrence of bohmite in the ancient rock formation.”

Synonyms

  • aluminium oxide
  • alunite

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate