chromitite

/krɒmɪˈtaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of igneous rock that is rich in chromite, a mineral composed of iron and chromium oxides.

“The mine produced large quantities of chromitite, which was then processed for its valuable chromium content.”

Synonyms

  • chromite ore
  • chromium ore

Antonyms

  • non-magnetic ore
  • silicate ore