piedmontite

pied·mont·ite

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [peed-mon-tahyt]
- /ˈpid mɒnˌtaɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [peed-mon-tahyt]
- /ˈpid mɒnˌtaɪt/

Definitions of piedmontite word

noun piedmontite a mineral, similar to epidote but containing manganese: found in schists and manganese ores. 1
noun piedmontite a dark red mineral occurring in metamorphic rocks: a complex hydrated silicate containing calcium, aluminium, iron, and manganese. Formula: Ca2(Al,Fe,Mn)3(SiO4)3OH 0

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Origin of piedmontite

First appearance:

before 1850

One of the 32% newest English words

From German, dating back to 1850-55; See origin at Piedmont, -ite1

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Parts of speech for Piedmontite

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piedmontite popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 44% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% 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.

piedmontite usage trend in Literature

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