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pyrite
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pyrite, n. [Cf. F. pyrite. See Pyrites.].
A common mineral of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system; iron pyrites; iron disulphide. [1913 Webster]
"Hence sable coal his massy couch extends,
And stars of gold the sparkling pyrite blends." [1913 Webster]
And stars of gold the sparkling pyrite blends." [1913 Webster]
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