peacock ore

/ˌpiˈkɑk ɔər/
IPA guide

Other forms: peacock ores

Definitions of peacock ore
  1. noun
    a mineral consisting of sulfides of copper and iron that is found in copper deposits
    synonyms: bornite
    see moresee less
    type of:
    mineral
    solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘peacock ore'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family