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Meaning of the word igneous in English

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igneous

US /ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/
UK /ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/
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Adjective

1.

formed from the solidification of molten rock (magma or lava)

Example:
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Granite is a common type of igneous rock.
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Volcanic eruptions create new igneous formations.
Synonym:
volcanicplutoniceruptive
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