augite

noun au·gite \ˈȯ-ˌjīt\

Definition of AUGITE

: a usually black or dark green mineral that consists of aluminous pyroxene and is found especially in igneous rocks

— au·git·ic \ȯ-ˈji-tik\ adjective

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Latin augites, a precious stone, from Greek augitēs

First Known Use: 1804

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