hornblende
Translation
hornblende
Examples
Hornblende is a dark-colored mineral found in rocks.
Hornblende is a dark-coloured mineral found in rocks.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) hornblende Hornblende is a dark-coloured mineral.
Similar Words
Synonyms: amphibole (group); Similar: biotite, pyroxene
Etymology
From German 'Horn' (horn) + 'blenden' (to blind, deceive), as it resembles metallic ores but yields no metal.
Memory Tips
Think of a mineral that 'blends' in with rocks and has a 'horn'-like shape.