pluton meaning

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pluton (noun): large mass of intrusive igneous rock believed to have solidified deep within the earth.

Definition of pluton

  1. large mass of intrusive igneous rock believed to have solidified deep within the earth

    Synonyms: batholith, batholite, plutonic rock

    Type of: igneous rock

    Kinds: granite

    Related forms: plutonic

Scrabble score: 8 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with PL · words ending in ON · 6-letter words

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