Definition of Aphanite

1. Noun. Fine-grained homogeneous rock (such as basalt) containing minerals undetectable by the naked eye.

Generic synonyms: Rock, Stone
Derivative terms: Aphanitic

Definition of Aphanite

1. n. A very compact, dark-colored &?;ock, consisting of hornblende, or pyroxene, and feldspar, but neither of them in perceptible grains.

Definition of Aphanite

1. an igneous rock [n -S]

Medical Definition of Aphanite

1. A very compact, dark-coloured ock, consisting of hornblende, or pyroxene, and feldspar, but neither of them in perceptible grains. Origin: Gr. Invisible; priv. + to appear. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Aphanite

aphaeretic
aphagia
aphagia
aphagias
aphakia
aphakia
aphakial
aphakic
aphakic eye
aphakic glaucoma
aphalangia
aphaniptera
aphanipterous
aphanisis
aphanite (current term)
aphanite (current term)
aphanites
aphanitic
aphanitic
aphasia
aphasia
aphasiac
aphasiacs
aphasias
aphasic
aphasic
aphasics
aphasiologist
aphasiology
aphasmid

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