Definition of MAGNETITE

magnetite

Meanings

Plural: magnetites

Noun

  • an oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets
  • A magnetic mineral, Fe₃O₄, one of the primary ores of iron.

Origin / Etymology

From magnet + -ite, after German Magnetit.

Synonyms

lodestone, magnetic iron-ore

Scrabble Score: 12

magnetite is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
magnetite is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
magnetite is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

magnetite is a valid Words With Friends word