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Definition of Porphyry
1. Noun. Any igneous rock with crystals embedded in a finer groundmass of minerals.
Exact synonyms: Porphyritic Rock
Terms within: Groundmass
Generic synonyms: Igneous Rock
Derivative terms: Porphyritic
Terms within: Groundmass
Generic synonyms: Igneous Rock
Derivative terms: Porphyritic
Definition of Porphyry
1. n. A term used somewhat loosely to designate a rock consisting of a fine-grained base (usually feldspathic) through which crystals, as of feldspar or quartz, are disseminated. There are red, purple, and green varieties, which are highly esteemed as marbles.
Definition of Porphyry
1. Noun. (geology) a hard igneous rock consisting of large crystals in a fine-grained matrix ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Porphyry
1. an igneous rock [n -RIES]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Porphyry
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