mordenite

noun

mor·​den·​ite
ˈmȯ(r)dᵊnˌīt
plural -s
: a zeolite approximately (Ca1Na2,K2)4Al8Si40O96.28H2O found in minute crystals or fibrous concretions

Word History

Etymology

Morden, Nova Scotia + English -ite

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near mordenite

Cite this Entry

“Mordenite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mordenite. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!