[ˈmɪn(ə)rəl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a solid, naturally occurring inorganic substance
(e.g: it identifies the mineral or compound present)

- fizzy soft drinks


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Origin:
late Middle English: from medieval Latin minerale, neuter (used as a noun) of mineralis, from minera ‘ore’

[ˈmɪn(ə)rəl], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- of or denoting a mineral
(e.g: mineral ingredients such as zinc oxide)


Phrases:

Origin:
late Middle English: from medieval Latin minerale, neuter (used as a noun) of mineralis, from minera ‘ore’