RHODONITES

Noun

rhodonites

plural of rhodonite

Source: Wiktionary


RHODONITE

Rho"don*ite, n. Etym: [Gr. "ro`don the rose. ] (Min.)

Definition: Manganese spar, or silicate of manganese, a mineral occuring crystallised and in rose-red masses. It is often used as an ornamental stone.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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ACRIMONIOUS

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