howlite

noun

how·​lite

ˈhau̇ˌlīt

plural -s

: a mineral Ca₂SiB₅O₉(OH)₅ consisting of a white nodular or earthy calcium borosilicate

Word History

Etymology

Henry How †1879 Canadian mineralogist + English -lite

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