igneous — formed by the cooling and solidification of magma or lava
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: formed by the cooling and solidification of magma or lava
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪɡniəs/
Example Sentences
- The igneous rocks in my backyard make my garden look like a volcanic theme park.
- Geologists study igneous rocks to understand volcanic processes.
- My cooking is so bad, even igneous rocks would taste better.
igneous
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɪɡniəs/]
formed by the cooling and solidification of magma or lava
a geologist in protective gear points excitedly at bright orange lava flowing down the rocky slope. The molten lava glows intensely as it moves slowly across the dark volcanic ground. As the lava meets the cooler air, its edges begin turning from bright orange to dark gray and black. The outer layer hardens and cracks while the inner core still glows with heat. A second scientist nearby takes notes while observing the cooling process. Steam rises from the areas where the lava is solidifying into solid rock. rock being formed by the cooling and solidification of magma or lava
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'ignis' meaning fire. The term literally describes rocks formed by fire, which ancient Romans would have witnessed during volcanic eruptions.
Breakdown
ignis (fire) + -eous (adjective suffix meaning 'having the nature of')
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📝Examples
“The igneous rocks in my backyard make my garden look like a volcanic theme park.”
“Geologists study igneous rocks to understand volcanic processes.”
“My cooking is so bad, even igneous rocks would taste better.”
“The mountain is composed primarily of igneous materials from ancient volcanic eruptions.”
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