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Noun: goethite  'gow,thIt
  1. A red, yellow or brown mineral; an oxide of iron that is a common constituent of rust
    "Goethite is frequently found in soil and contributes to its brown colour";
    - gothite

Derived forms: goethites

Type of: iron ore

Part of: rust

Encyclopedia: Goethite