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Our class discussed mineral during science time.
What does Mineral mean?
A mineral is a natural solid found in the ground.
Dictionary definition
a natural solid found in Earth, such as quartz, salt, or diamond.
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What does mineral mean?
Mineral means A mineral is a natural solid found in the ground.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to mineral?
Natural Solid is close in meaning to mineral.
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Which word or phrase is a contrast for mineral?
Liquid contrasts with mineral.
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WordMineral.
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MeaningMineral means A mineral is a natural solid found in the ground.
ExampleExample: Our class discussed mineral during science time.
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- uhl
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Synonyms
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natural solidCan be used as a similar word for mineral in some contexts.
earth materialCan be used as a similar word for mineral in some contexts.
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liquidCan be used as a contrast for mineral in some contexts.
gasCan be used as a contrast for mineral in some contexts.
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Mineral word family
Base word
mineral
noun
minerals
Different natural solids.
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