rutile: Meaning and Definition of

ru•tile

Pronunciation: (r'tēl, -tīl), [key]
— n.
  1. a common mineral, titanium dioxide, TiO, usually reddish-brown in color with a brilliant metallic or adamantine luster, occurring in crystals: used to coat welding rods.
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