Meaning of muscovite in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈməskəˌvaɪt/

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1. Noun

   muscovite

   Etymology

   mid 19th century: from obsolete Muscovy glass(in the same sense) + -ite

   Definitions

   1. a colorless or pale brown mica with potassium
2. 2. a resident of Moscow

3. Qualitative Adjective

   Muscovite

   Definitions

   1. of or relating to the residents of Moscow

   Examples

   • « Muscovite street dealers »