philipstadite
noun
phil·ip·stad·ite
\ˈfilə̇pˌstäˌdīt\
Definition of philipstadite
-s
: a mineral approximately Ca2(Fe, Mg)5(Si, Al)8O22(OH)2 consisting of silicate of calcium, iron, magnesium, and aluminum and belonging to the amphibole group
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 philipstadite
Philipstad, Sweden, its locality + English -ite
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up philipstadite? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!