gummite

gum·mite

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [guhm-ahyt]
- /ˈgʌm aɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [guhm-ahyt]
- /ˈgʌm aɪt/

Definitions of gummite word

noun gummite a yellow to red alteration product of pitchblende and a minor ore of uranium, having a greasy luster and occurring in gumlike masses. 1
noun gummite (mineral) A yellow, amorphous mineral, a mixture of oxides and silicates of uranium, formed by weathering of pitchblende. 1
noun gummite an orange or yellowish amorphous secondary mineral consisting of hydrated uranium oxides 0
noun gummite a soft, yellowish or reddish-brown mixture of minerals containing uranium, lead, and thorium 0
noun gummite (mineralogy) A yellow, amorphous mineral, a mixture of oxides and silicates of uranium, formed by weathering of pitchblende. 0

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Origin of gummite

First appearance:

before 1865

One of the 28% newest English words

1865-70; orig. German Gummit. See gum1, -ite1

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gummite popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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