| Pronunciation: | | mu'libdu`nIt
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] a mineral resembling graphite that is valued as the chief source of molybdenum and its compounds |
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MOLYBDENITE is a 11 letter word that starts with M. |
| | See Also: | | atomic number 42, mineral, Mo, molybdenum |
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Mo*lyb"de*nite\, n. [Cf. F. molybd['e]nite. See
{Molybdena}.] (Min.)
A mineral occurring in soft, lead-gray, foliated masses or
scales, resembling graphite; sulphide of molybdenum.
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