mineral
noun
ˈmɪnərəl
noun
1
a
substance
that
is
formed
naturally
in
the
earth,
such
as
coal,
salt,
stone,
or
gold.
Minerals
can
be
dug
out
of
the
ground
and
used.
矿物，矿产
The
area
is
very
rich
in
minerals
.
该地区矿产非常丰富。
a
country
with
few
mineral
resources
矿物资源稀少的国家
2
a
natural
substance
such
as
iron
that
is
present
in
some
foods
and
is
important
for
good
health
〔某些食物中的〕矿物质
Fish
is
a
rich
source
of
vitamins
and
minerals.
鱼富含维生素和矿物质。