1. a common mineral consisting of potassium aluminum silicate, typically found in thin, transparent sheets
Usage: geology
2. a native or inhabitant of Moscow or the former principality of Muscovy
Usage: historical

Examples

• The geologist identified muscovite crystals in the granite sample.
• Muscovite can be split into very thin, flexible sheets.
• The rock contained both quartz and muscovite minerals.
• Muscovite is commonly found in metamorphic rocks like schist.
• The historical text referred to the Muscovite rulers of medieval Russia.
• Trade agreements were established between European merchants and Muscovite princes.