CERITES

Noun

cerites

plural of cerite

Anagrams

• crestie, receits, recites, tierces

Source: Wiktionary


CERITE

Ce"rite, n. Etym: [Gr. (Zoöl.)

Definition: A gastropod shell belonging to the family Cerithiïdæ; -- so called from its hornlike form.

Ce"rite, n. Etym: [From Cherium.] (Min.)

Definition: A mineral of a brownish of cherry-red color, commonly massive. It is a hydrous silicate of cerium and allied metals.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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