Etymology

benjaminite

Ben·ja·mi·nite
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Today it means: A monoclinic-prismatic mineral containing bismuth, copper, lead, silver, and sulfur. Full definition →

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benjaminite · noun1

From Benjamin + -ite after Dr. Marcus Benjamin (1857-1932) of the U.S. National Museum.

Benjaminite · noun2

From Benjamin + -ite.

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