The word "mimosites" is spelled as /maɪmə.saɪts/. The first syllable "MIMO" is pronounced as /maɪmoʊ/ with a long "I" sound, followed by the second syllable "SITES" pronounced as /saɪts/ with a short "I" sound. The word is derived from the Greek word "mimeomai," which means "to mimic." The suffix "-ites" denotes a mineral or rock. Therefore, "mimosites" refers to a mineral that resembles or mimics the structure of another mineral or rock.
In geol., fossil seed-pods, apparently belonging to plants of the mimosa family.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.