MAGNETITE

magnetite, magnetic iron-ore

(noun) an oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

magnetite (plural magnetites)

(mineral) A magnetic mineral, Fe3O4, one of the primary ores of iron. It has also been called lodestone.

Source: Wiktionary


Mag"net*ite, n. (Min.)

Definition: An oxide of iron (Fe3O4) occurring in isometric crystals, also massive, of a black color and metallic luster. It is readily attracted by a magnet and sometimes possesses polarity, being then called loadstone. It is an important iron ore. Called also magnetic iron.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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