mineral

/ˈmɪnərəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to or containing minerals.
    • The soil in this region is rich in mineral deposits.
    • Mineral oil is used in some skin care products.
    • Mineral water comes from natural springs and contains dissolved minerals.
noun
  1. A naturally occurring solid substance with a definite chemical composition, found in the earth's crust.
    • The museum has a large collection of rare minerals from around the world.
    • Quartz is a common mineral found in many types of rock.
    • Mining companies extract valuable minerals like gold and copper.
  2. A nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy, such as calcium, iron, or zinc.
    • Milk is a good source of the mineral calcium.
    • Iron is an important mineral for healthy blood.
    • Eating a balanced diet provides all the essential minerals your body needs.
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