Aphrodite

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈæfrəʊdaɪt/

Origin

From stem of Ancient Greek ἀφρός (aphrós, "sea foam, froth") (for its supposed resemblance) + -ite.

Full definition of aphrodite

Noun

1. (mineral) A soft and earthy mineral of a white or yellowish color, and with a waxy lustre, found at Langbanshytta in Sweden. It is a hydrated silicate of magnesia, and resembles meerschaum.