microlite

/mɪkˈroʊlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral of the pyrochlore group, typically occurring in pegmatites, and often used as a gemstone.

“The geologist studied the microlite deposits in the mine.”

2. noun

A small amount of something, especially a computer graphics or game object.

“The game developers used microlites to create realistic lighting effects.”

Synonyms

  • gemstone
  • pyrochlore