First Known Use: circa 1841
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willemite
noun wil·lem·ite \ˈwi-lə-ˌmīt\
Definition of WILLEMITE
: a mineral of varying color consisting of a silicate of zinc and occurring especially in massive or granular forms
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Origin of WILLEMITE
German Willemit, from Willem (William) I †1843 king of the Netherlands
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