Laccolith
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈlækəlɪθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Laccolith is a noun meaning (geology) A mass of igneous or volcanic rock found within strata which forces the overlaying strata upwards and forms domes.
Meaning
(geology) A mass of igneous or volcanic rock found within strata which forces the overlaying strata upwards and forms domes.
More Meanings
- A mass similar to lopolith but concave up.
Word Forms
- laccoliths
- lacolith
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laccolite, cyatholith, cupola, lavacicle, calyptrolith, cyclolith.
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