Cerite
Pronunciation : Ce"rite
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr. (Zo?l.)
Definition : Defn: A gastropod shell belonging to the family Cerithi?d?; -- so called from its hornlike form.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Ce"rite
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [From Cherium.] (Min.)
Definition : Defn: A mineral of a brownish of cherry-red color, commonly massive. It is a hydrous silicate of cerium and allied metals.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913