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Definition of Volcanic eruption
1. Noun. The sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material.
Exact synonyms: Eruption
Generic synonyms: Discharge
Specialized synonyms: Plinian Eruption
Derivative terms: Erupt
Generic synonyms: Discharge
Specialized synonyms: Plinian Eruption
Derivative terms: Erupt
Medical Definition of Volcanic eruption
1. The ash, dust, gases, and lava released by volcanic explosion. The gases are volatile matter composed principally of about 90% water vapor, and carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen. The ash or dust is pyroclastic ejecta and lava is molten extrusive material consisting mainly of magnesium silicate. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Volcanic Eruption
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