Definition of "chondrite" []

• A stone of meteoric origin characterized by chondrules. (noun)

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• "The meteorite is called a chondrite, a group that includes"
• "About 60 different minerals that form the most primitive minerals in what are called chondrite meteorites."
• "Even though the West meteorite, as it is being called, is a chondrite, which is the most common type of stony meteorite, Stimpson said he is thrilled to have it because it's something new for his museum."