azurite
noun
Pronunciation: ˈæʒjʊraɪt
Definition
A soft, deep-blue copper mineral often found in association with malachite.
Examples
The geologist identified the bright blue specimen as a high-quality piece of azurite.
Many historical pigments were derived from ground azurite before synthetic alternatives were invented.
The cave walls were streaked with veins of green malachite and brilliant azurite.
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