norite
noun
nor·ite
\ˈnȯˌrīt\
Definition of norite
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: a variety of gabbro consisting of a granular aggregate of basic plagioclase, orthorhombic pyroxene, and usually some magnetite
noritic
\(ˈ)nȯ¦ritik\ adjectiveExplore M-W
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Origin and Etymology of norite
Norwegian norit, from Norge Norway + Norwegian -it -ite
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