min‧e‧ral W3 / mɪn ə rəl / 名词 [可数名词]

1 a substance that is formed naturally in the earth, such as coal, salt, stone, or gold. Minerals can be dug out of the ground and used :

The area is very rich in minerals .

a country with few mineral resources

2 a natural substance such as iron that is present in some foods and is important for good health :

Fish is a rich source of vitamins and minerals.