chrysocolla en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌkɹɪs.əˈkɑl.ə/ (US)
- /ˌkɹɪs.əʊˈkɒl.ə/ (UK)
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) A vitreous silicate mineral that is a minor ore of copper, with the chemical formula (Cu²⁺,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O.
Eat chysocolla, advised the author, the Sheik Nefzawi. It is the size of a mustard-grain.
1961, Harry E. Wedeck, Dictionary of Aphrodisiacs, New York: The Citadel Press, page 63:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| chrysocollas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (4)
ja 珪孔雀石 (mineral) · ru хризоко́лла (mineral) · it crisocolla (mineral) · fi krysokolla (mineral)