English word pseudomorphic comes from English -ic, English pseudomorph
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -ic | English (eng) | (chemistry) Used to denote certain chemical compounds in which a specified chemical element has a higher oxidation number than in the equivalent compound whose name ends in the suffix -ous. For example sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) has more oxygen atoms per molecule than sulphurous acid (H₂SO₃).. Used to form adjectives from nouns with the meaning “of or pertaining to”. |
| pseudomorph | English (eng) | (geology, mineralogy) A mineral that formed by replacement of an existing mineral (or organic matter) such that the new mineral has the appearance and dimensions of the original.. A deceptive, irregular, or false form; specifically:. |
| pseudomorphic | English (eng) | Of or pertaining to a pseudomorph or to pseudomorphism. |