melinite Meaning & Definition
/ˈmɛl.ɪ.naɪt/
What Does Melinite Mean?
As a noun, melinite means A yellow clay mineral from Bavaria. It can also mean An explosive containing picric acid and guncotton.
Melinite at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɛl.ɪ.naɪt/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | lyddite |
| Plural | melinites |
Melinite Definition (Noun)
- A yellow clay mineral from Bavaria.
- An explosive containing picric acid and guncotton.
Synonyms of Melinite
Melinite synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
melinite (countable and uncountable, plural melinites)
Words That Rhyme With Melinite
Origin of Melinite
Borrowed from French mélinite, from Ancient Greek μήλινος (mḗlinos, “quince-yellow”).
How to Pronounce Melinite
You say melinite as /ˈmɛl.ɪ.naɪt/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (mɛl).
Common Questions About Melinite
What part of speech is melinite?
Melinite is a noun.
What is another word for melinite?
Words with a similar meaning to melinite include lyddite. See the full list of melinite synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of melinite?
The plural of melinite is melinites.