Etymology

balkanite

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Today it means: An orthorhombic-disphenoidal white gray mineral containing copper, mercury, silver, and sulfur. Full definition →

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balkanite · noun1

From Balkan + -ite, after the medieval and popular name of the Stara planina (Balkan) mountains in Europe where it is found.

Balkanite · noun2

From Balkan + -ite.

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