1. people from Moscow, Russia
2. a type of mica mineral that forms thin, transparent sheets
Usage: geology

Examples

• The muscovites welcomed the foreign diplomats to their city.
• Many muscovites take pride in their city’s rich cultural heritage.
• The geologist identified muscovites in the rock sample.
• Muscovites can be split into very thin, flexible sheets.
• The museum displayed specimens of muscovites and other mica minerals.
• Local muscovites gathered in Red Square for the celebration.