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- [awt-n-ahyt, oh-tuhn-ahyt]
- /ˈɔt nˌaɪt, oʊˈtʌn aɪt/
- /ˌɔːtjuːnˈaɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [awt-n-ahyt, oh-tuhn-ahyt]
- /ˈɔt nˌaɪt, oʊˈtʌn aɪt/
Definitions of autunite word
- noun autunite a yellowish fluorescent radioactive mineral consisting of a hydrated calcium uranium phosphate in tetragonal crystalline form. It is found in uranium ores. Formula: Ca(UO2)2(PO4)2.10–12H2O 3
- noun autunite a hydrous, radioactive, tetragonal mineral, Ca(UO2)2(PO4)2·10-12H2O: it is an ore of uranium 3
- noun autunite a yellow mineral, a hydrous calcium uranium phosphate, CaU 2 P 2 O 12 ⋅8H 2 O, occurring in crystals as nearly square tablets: a minor ore of uranium. 1
- noun autunite A yellow or pale green mineral occurring as square crystals that fluoresce in ultraviolet light. It is a hydrated phosphate of calcium and uranium. 1
- noun autunite (mineralogy) A yellow mineral with tetragonal crystals, Ca(UO2)2(PO4)2·10-12H2O. 0
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Origin of autunite
First appearance:
before 1850 One of the 32% newest English words
1850-55; named after Autun, city in E France near source of supply; see -ite1
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Parts of speech for Autunite
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autunite popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
autunite usage trend in Literature
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