Dictionary - Definition of MINERALIZER


Part of Speech	Definition
Noun	1. An element which is combined with a metal, thus forming an ore. Thus, in galena, or lead ore, sulphur is a mineralizer; in hematite, oxygen is a mineralizer.[Websters].
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)		Top

"Mineralizer" is a common misspelling or typo for: mineralized, mineralizers.

Date "Mineralizer" was first used in popular English literature: sometime before 1828. (references)

Specialty Definition: MINERALIZER

Domain	Definition
Noah Webster	[Noun] A substance which mineralizes another or combines with it in an ore, and thus deprives it of its usual and peculiar properties. Sulphur is one of the most common mineralizers.. Source: Webster's 1828 American Dictionary.
Mining	See: ore-forming fluid; geologic mineralizer. (references)
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Expressions	Domain	Definition
Geologic mineralizer	Mining	Substance that promotes mineral concentration and crystallization during solidification of rock-forming material, particularly in pegmatite dikes. Syn: ore-forming fluid; mineralizer. (references)
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Part of Speech	Definition
Noun	1. An element which is combined with a metal, thus forming an ore. Thus, in galena, or lead ore, sulphur is a mineralizer; in hematite, oxygen is a mineralizer.[Websters].
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)		Top

Date "MINERALIZER" was first used in popular English literature: sometime before 1828. (references)

Domain	Definition
Noah Webster	[Noun] A substance which mineralizes another or combines with it in an ore, and thus deprives it of its usual and peculiar properties. Sulphur is one of the most common mineralizers.. Source: Webster's 1828 American Dictionary.
Mining	See: ore-forming fluid; geologic mineralizer. (references)
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.		Top

Expressions	Domain	Definition
Geologic mineralizer	Mining	Substance that promotes mineral concentration and crystallization during solidification of rock-forming material, particularly in pegmatite dikes. Syn: ore-forming fluid; mineralizer. (references)
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits.			Top