| Pronunciation: | | 'magni`tIt
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[n] an oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets |
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MAGNETITE is a 9 letter word that starts with M. |
| | Synonyms: | | magnetic iron-ore |
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| | See Also: | | emery, iron ore, loadstone, lodestone |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Mag"net*ite\, n. (Min.)
An oxide of iron ({Fe3O4}) occurring in isometric crystals,
also massive, of a black color and metallic luster. It is
readily attracted by a magnet and sometimes possesses
polarity, being then called {loadstone}. It is an important
iron ore. Called also {magnetic iron}.
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