Diabase
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈdaɪ.əˌbeɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Diabase is a noun meaning (geology) A fine-grained igneous rock composed mostly of pyroxene and feldspar.
Meaning
(geology) A fine-grained igneous rock composed mostly of pyroxene and feldspar.
Word Forms
- diabases
Synonyms for diabase
Depending on context, synonyms include dolerite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ophitic, olivine, dike, dikes, amygdaloidal, sills.
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