Meaning
A micaceous phyllosilicate clay mineral with aggregates of grey or white monoclinic crystals.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
Illinois, USA, + -ite.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
hydromicahydromuscovite
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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