GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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Iolite (īṓlīt), n. [Gr. ἴον a violet + -lite.] (Min.) A silicate of alumina, iron, and magnesia, having a bright blue color and vitreous luster; cordierite. It is remarkable for its dichroism, and is also called dichroite. A variety called Caribbean iolite has a lighter blue color.
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