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Noun

1. 1
   A trigonal-hexagonal scalenohedral mineral containing aluminum, hydrogen, lead, oxygen, phosphorus, strontium, and sulfur.

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Etymology

From Hinsdale + -ite, found in Hinsdale County, Colorado.

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