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kyanite
ky·a·nite [ k ə nt ] or cy·a·nite [ s ə nt ]


noun 
Definition:
 
blue mineral: a bluish aluminosilicate mineral found as thin-bladed crystals or in masses. Source: metamorphic rocks. Use: gems, refractory.
[Late 18th century. < Greek kuan(e)os "dark blue"]
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