eulytite

/juːˈlaɪtaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral, a vanadate of titanium and iron, found in igneous rocks.

“The geologist discovered a specimen of eulytite in the remote area.”

2. noun

An obsolete or archaic term for a type of glass or glaze, containing lead oxide or tin oxide.

“The ancient pottery was often coated with eulytite to make it more durable.”

Synonyms

  • lead glass
  • titanium vanadate

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate