wolframite

/ˈwʌlfreɪmaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral consisting of a tungstate of manganese and iron, often found in association with other minerals and used in the production of tungsten

“The mining company extracted wolframite from the site and sold it to a tungsten manufacturer.”

Synonyms

  • tungstate
  • wolfram

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • sulfide