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Plural of pyrite

regular plural

The plural of pyrite is pyrites.

Forms of pyrite

Singularpyrite /ˈpaɪˌɹaɪt/
Pluralpyrites
Countablecountable

Meaning of pyrite

  1. noun The common mineral iron disulfide (FeS₂), of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system.
  2. noun Any metallic-looking sulphide, such as the above, which is the most common.
  3. noun (usually as a plural: pyrites) Any metal dichalcogenide that is isostructural to the common mineral.

Full definition of pyrite

Questions about the plural of pyrite

What is the plural of pyrite?
The plural of pyrite is pyrites.
Is pyrite countable?
Pyrite is a countable noun.

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