coquimbite
noun
co·quim·bite
\kōˈkimˌbīt, kəˈ-\
Definition of coquimbite
-s
: a mineral consisting of a hydrous ferric sulfate Fe2(SO4)3.9H2O occurring in white or slightly colored masses
Explore M-W
There's more!
Love words? You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.
Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:
- More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
- Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
- Advanced search features
- Ad free!
Origin and Etymology of coquimbite
German coquimbit, from Coquimbo province in Chile (where it was discovered) + German -it -ite
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up coquimbite? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!