phytolith

phy·to·lith

P p

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fahyt-l-ith]
- /ˈfaɪt l ɪθ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fahyt-l-ith]
- /ˈfaɪt l ɪθ/

Definitions of phytolith word

noun phytolith a microscopic silica body that forms in a living plant and becomes fossilized. 1
noun phytolith a microscopic particle of mineral or silica found in many plants 0
noun phytolith a small opaline rock consisting chiefly of fossil plant remains 0

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phytolith popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 54% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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