Selenite: meaning, definitions and examples

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selenite

 

[ หˆsษ›l.ษ™.naษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mineral, crystal

Selenite is a transparent or translucent crystal form of gypsum, a mineral composed primarily of calcium sulfate dihydrate. It is known for its fibrous or columnar structure, often exhibiting a pearly luster. Selenite is commonly used in crystal healing practices and is believed to have various spiritual properties.

Synonyms

gypsum, selenium mineral

Examples of usage

  • The selenite crystals in the room created a calming atmosphere.
  • She used selenite to cleanse her other crystals.
  • The selenite rock formations were breathtaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "selenite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น selenita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‡เคฒเคฟเคจเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Selenit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ selenit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะปั–ะฝั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ selenit

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒฌใƒŠใ‚คใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sรฉlรฉnite

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ selenita

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท selenit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์…€๋ ˆ๋‚˜์ดํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠู„ูŠู†ูŠุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ selenit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ selenit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Ÿณ่†็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ selenit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ selenรญt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะปะธะฝะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ selenit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ selenita

Etymology

The term 'selenite' originates from the ancient Greek word 'selฤ“nฤ“', meaning 'moon', combined with the suffix '-ite' used to denote minerals. This association with the moon is due to the crystal's shimmering, translucent quality that resembles moonlight. Attributed to the mineral gypsum, selenite's occurrence has been noted since at least antiquity, where it was used for various purposes including as a source of plaster. The unique clarity and luster of selenite have made it a favorite among mineral collectors. Besides its geological significance, selenite has gained popularity in modern spirituality and wellness practices, highlighting its metaphysical properties such as purification and emotional balance.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,590, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.