Basalt
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈbæs.ɒlt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Basalt is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A hard mafic igneous rock of varied mineral content; volcanic in origin, which makes up much of the Earth's oceanic crust.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A hard mafic igneous rock of varied mineral content; volcanic in origin, which makes up much of the Earth's oceanic crust.
More Meanings
- A type of unglazed pottery.
Word Forms
- basalts
Related Words
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