Definition of Mineral
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(v. i.) An inorganic species or substance occurring in nature, having a definite chemical composition and usually a distinct crystalline form. Rocks, except certain glassy igneous forms, are either simple minerals or aggregates of minerals.
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(v. i.) A mine.
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(v. i.) Anything which is neither animal nor vegetable, as in the most general classification of things into three kingdoms (animal, vegetable, and mineral).
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(a.) Of or pertaining to minerals; consisting of a mineral or of minerals; as, a mineral substance.
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(a.) Impregnated with minerals; as, mineral waters.
Synonyms of Mineral
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Antonyms of Mineral
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Homophones of Mineral
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