矿物 — meaning in English
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English meaning
- mineral noun A naturally occurring solid substance with a definite chemical makeup, such as quartz or salt.
Senses
矿物 is used for these senses in English:
- mineral (geology) Any naturally occurring material that has a (more or less) definite chemical composition and characteristic physical properties; especially, an inorganic one.
mineral — full definition
- noun A naturally occurring solid substance with a definite chemical makeup, such as quartz or salt.
- noun An inorganic element or compound the body needs for good health, such as calcium or iron.
- adj Relating to, made of, or containing minerals.