mineral

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BrE /ˈmɪnərəl/ AmE /ˈmɪnərəl/

noun en → es

1 CHEMISTRY [singular] B1

a naturally occurring inorganic solid substance with a definite chemical composition and an ordered internal structure, such as salt or quartz.

mineral (química)

Collocations mineral deposit · mineral water

  • The mine produces iron ore and other minerals.

    La mina produce hierro y otros minerales.

2 DIET [singular] B1

one of the chemical elements that are essential for human health, such as iron or calcium.

mineral (nutrición)

Collocations vitamin and mineral supplement · trace minerals

  • The diet should include a variety of vitamins and minerals.

    La dieta debe incluir una variedad de vitaminas y minerales.

3 INDUSTRY [singular] B2

a substance that is mined or extracted from the ground, such as coal or oil.

mineral (industria)

Collocations mineral rights · mineral resources

  • The company has mineral rights to the land.

    La empresa tiene derechos mineros a la tierra.

1 DRINK [singular] B2

a drink that contains minerals, especially one made by adding carbon dioxide and mineral salts to water.

agua mineral

Collocations mineral bottle · bottle of mineral

  • She drank a bottle of mineral.

    Ella bebió una botella de agua mineral.

2 DRINK [singular] B2

a drink that is made from fruit juice and carbonated water, often with added sugar or flavorings.

refresco, bebida gaseosa

Collocations mineral bottle · bottle of mineral

  • He ordered a lemon and lime mineral.

    Él pidió un limón y lima refresco.