montanite

/mɑntəˈneɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A monoclinic amphibole mineral, a silicate of iron and manganese, occurring in metamorphic rocks.

“The geologist discovered a specimen of montanite in the newly excavated site.”

Synonyms

  • amphibole
  • silicate

Antonyms

  • carbonate
  • oxide