Definitions

1. noun

A type of stony meteorite composed mainly of feldspar, pyroxene, and olivine, resulting from the fragmentation of a differentiated asteroid.

“The scientists studied the composition of the howardite meteorite to gain insight into the formation of asteroids.”

2. noun

A type of meteoritic breccia, consisting of fragments of various rocks.

“The howardite meteorite exhibited a mix of different minerals and rocks, indicating its complex history.”