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- US Pronunciation
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- [kahy-as-tl-ahyt]
- /kaɪˈæs tlˌaɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kahy-as-tl-ahyt]
- /kaɪˈæs tlˌaɪt/
Definitions of chiastolite word
- noun chiastolite a variety of andalusite containing carbon impurities 3
- noun chiastolite a variety of the mineral andalusite having cruciform carbonaceous inclusions. 1
- noun chiastolite (mineralogy) An aluminosilicate mineral having carbon inclusions, a variety of andalusite. 0
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Origin of chiastolite
First appearance:
before 1795 One of the 43% newest English words
1795-1805; alteration of chiastolith (see -lite), equivalent to Greek chiastó(s) set crosswise (see chiasma) + -lith
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Parts of speech for Chiastolite
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chiastolite 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.
According to our data about 64% 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.
chiastolite usage trend in Literature
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