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- [kris-uh-kol-uh]
- /ˌkrɪs əˈkɒl ə/
- /krˈɪsəkˌɒlə/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kris-uh-kol-uh]
- /ˌkrɪs əˈkɒl ə/
Definitions of chrysocolla word
- noun chrysocolla a mineral that is a silicate of copper and occurs in shades of blue or green and is reputed to have calming properties 3
- noun chrysocolla a mineral, hydrous copper silicate, CuSiO 3 ⋅2H 2 O, occurring in compact, green or blue masses, sometimes used in ornaments. 1
- noun chrysocolla (mineralogy) A vitreous silicate mineral that is a minor ore of copper, with the chemical formula (Cu2+,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4·nH2O. 0
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Origin of chrysocolla
First appearance:
before 1590 One of the 37% oldest English words
1590-1600; < Latin chrȳsocolla < Greek chrȳsókolla gold solder, equivalent to chrȳso- chryso- + kólla glue (cf. collage)
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Parts of speech for Chrysocolla
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chrysocolla popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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