What is another word for Titanite?

Pronunciation: [tˈa͡ɪtɐnˌa͡ɪt] (IPA)

Titanite is a mineral that is also known as sphene. It is a calcium titanium nesosilicate mineral that is usually yellowish-green, brownish-green, or reddish-brown. This mineral is often found in metamorphic and igneous rocks, as well as in the mineral sands of beach sands and river deposits. Apart from the common name sphene, this mineral has other synonyms. Some of the synonyms for titanite include wöhlerite, sphaerolite, novakite, and schungite. These different names are sometimes used interchangeably depending on the context or region. Despite the various synonyms for titanite, its physical and chemical properties remain the same.

What are the hypernyms for Titanite?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Titanite

He went on, "According to your papers here you also denied knowing the location of the Titanite for which MacDonald was presumably murdered.
"The Legion of Lazarus"
Edmond Hamilton
Hyrst said, "The Titanite?
"The Legion of Lazarus"
Edmond Hamilton
"The first find of a Titanite pocket for years.
"The Legion of Lazarus"
Edmond Hamilton

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