Batholith
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Batholith is a noun meaning (geology) A large irregular mass of intrusive igneous rock that has melted or forced itself into surrounding strata.
Meaning
(geology) A large irregular mass of intrusive igneous rock that has melted or forced itself into surrounding strata.
Word Forms
- batholiths
Synonyms for batholith
Depending on context, synonyms include pluton, batholite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pluton, batholite, smb, abyssolith, lacolith, intrusive.
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