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- [mal-uh-kahyt]
- /ˈmæl əˌkaɪt/
- /ˈmæl.ə.kaɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mal-uh-kahyt]
- /ˈmæl əˌkaɪt/
Definitions of malachite word
- noun malachite a green mineral, basic copper carbonate, Cu 2 CO 3 (OH) 2 , an ore of copper, used for making ornamental articles. 1
- noun malachite a ceramic ware made in imitation of this. 1
- noun malachite A bright green mineral consisting of copper hydroxyl carbonate. It typically occurs in masses and fibrous aggregates with azurite and is capable of taking a high polish. 1
- noun malachite green mineral 1
- noun malachite a bright green mineral, found in veins and in association with copper deposits. It is a source of copper and is used as an ornamental stone. Composition: hydrated copper carbonate. Formula: Cu2CO3(OH)2. Crystal structure: monoclinic 0
- noun malachite a bright green, monoclinic mineral, copper carbonate, Cu2CO3(OH)2, that is an ore of copper and is used as a gem and to make ornamental objects 0
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Origin of malachite
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; < Greek malách(ē) mallow + -ite1; replacing Middle English melochites < Middle French melochite, representing Latin molochītis < Greek molochîtis, derivative of molóchē, variant of maláchē
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Parts of speech for Malachite
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malachite popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
malachite usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for malachite
adj malachite
- fir — any coniferous tree belonging to the genus Abies, of the pine family, characterized by its pyramidal style of growth, flat needles, and erect cones.
- sap — Fortification. a deep, narrow trench constructed so as to form an approach to a besieged place or an enemy's position.
- jade — James' DSSSL Engine
- sage — Alain René [a-lan ruh-ney] /aˈlɛ̃ rəˈneɪ/ (Show IPA), 1668–1747, French novelist and dramatist.
- moss — Howard, 1922–1987, U.S. poet, editor, and playwright.
Antonyms for malachite
adj malachite
adjective malachite
- experienced — Having knowledge or skill in a particular field, especially a profession or job, gained over a period of time.
- expert — A person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of or skill in a particular area.
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