uranide

/jʊərˈnaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare or hypothetical type of rock that contains uranium and other elements in a specific combination, often used to describe a type of uranium-rich ore or mineral deposit.

“Geologists discovered a new type of uranide in the region, which they believed held significant potential for mining.”

Synonyms

  • radioactive mineral
  • uranium ore

Antonyms

  • non-radioactive mineral
  • stable ore