monimolite

noun

mo·​nim·​o·​lite

məˈniməˌlīt

plural -s

: a yellowish or brownish green mineral (Pb,Ca)₃Sb₂O₈(?) consisting of an oxide of lead, calcium, and antimony

Word History

Etymology

Swedish monimolit, from Greek monimos stable, steady (from menein to remain) + Swedish -lit -lite

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