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Updated June 2026
A naturally occurring inorganic substance with a definite chemical composition and crystal structure. Essential nutrients required by the body in small amounts.
“Calcium is an important mineral for maintaining strong bones.”
/ˈmɪ.nər.əl/
min·er·al
Three vowels (I, E, A); -AL ending common
9 points; vowel-heavy word good for balancing rack
Shorter words formed from the letters in “mineral”.
8-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “mineral”.
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