chromite Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a brownish-black mineral; the major source of chromium

WordNet


Chro"mite noun
Definitions
  1. (Min.) A black submetallic mineral consisting of oxide of chromium and iron; -- called also chromic iron.
  2. (Chem.) A compound or salt of chromous hydroxide regarded as an acid. R.

Webster 1913