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Synonyms & Similar Words
substance
compound
element
ore
rock
stone
gem
gemstone
pebble
gravel
sediment
deposit
extraction
excavation
geode
fossil
crystal
quartz
limestone
marble
granite
boulder
mineralogy
inorganic
chemical
earthy
metallic
nonmetallic
organic
inorganic matter
earth material
geological formation
sedimentary
metamorphic
igneous
rock formation
geological
petrology
Meaning of Mineral
A mineral is a naturally occurring inorganic solid substance with a specific chemical composition and a crystalline structure.
Definitions
- A naturally occurring inorganic element or compound having an orderly internal structure and characteristic chemical composition, crystal form, and physical properties.
- A substance needed for normal growth and nutrition, obtained from the earth and used by the body, such as calcium, iron, and potassium.
- Relating to or resembling minerals, especially in being inorganic or having a hard, non-organic quality.
Etymology of Mineral
The word "mineral" comes from the Old French word "mineral", which is derived from the Medieval Latin "mineralis", meaning "of or pertaining to mines".
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to substances obtained from the earth, and its meaning has evolved over time to encompass a wide range of inorganic substances with specific chemical and physical properties.
Example Uses
- The mine produced a wide range of minerals, including copper, gold, and silver.
- The mineral content of the water was analyzed to determine its suitability for drinking.
- The geologist studied the mineral composition of the rocks to understand the region's geological history.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
organic
synthetic
artificial
man-made
manufactured
living
natural
biological
chemical
non-mineral
vegetable
animal
plant-based
animal-derived
non-inorganic
non-geological
non-crystalline
amorphous
unstructured
disordered
random