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halite

/həlaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does halite mean?

noun

A type of rock salt, often used as a mineral or in the production of table salt. It is a naturally occurring mineral composed of sodium chloride.

Example

"The geologist studied the halite deposits in the ancient sea bed."

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