jaspilite

noun

jas·​pi·​lite

variants or less commonly jaspilyte

ˈjaspəˌlīt

plural -s

: a compact siliceous rock rich in hematite and resembling jasper

Word History

Etymology

jasper entry 1 + -i- + -lite or -lyte

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