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extrusive

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • \ik-ˈstrü-siv, -ziv\
    • /ɪkˈstruːsɪv/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • \ik-ˈstrü-siv, -ziv\

Definitions of extrusive word

  • noun extrusive Relating to or denoting rock that has been extruded at the earth’s surface as lava or other volcanic deposits. 1
  • adjective extrusive tending to extrude 0
  • adjective extrusive (of igneous rocks) formed from magma issuing from volcanoes or cracks in the earth's crust; volcanic 0
  • adjective extrusive extruding or tending to extrude 0
  • adjective extrusive designating or of igneous rock formed from lava that hardened on the surface of the earth, moon, etc. 0

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Parts of speech for Extrusive

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extrusive popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
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Synonyms for extrusive

adjective extrusive

  • outstanding — prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.
  • arresting — attracting attention; striking
  • beetling — a heavy hammering or ramming instrument, usually of wood, used to drive wedges, force down paving stones, compress loose earth, etc.
  • bulging — a rounded projection, bend, or protruding part; protuberance; hump: a bulge in a wall.
  • embossed — Carve or mold a design on (a surface) so that it stands out in relief.

Antonyms for extrusive

adjective extrusive

  • common — If something is common, it is found in large numbers or it happens often.
  • depressed — If you are depressed, you are sad and feel that you cannot enjoy anything, because your situation is so difficult and unpleasant.
  • inconspicuous — not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
  • invisible — not visible; not perceptible by the eye: invisible fluid.
  • obscure — (of meaning) not clear or plain; ambiguous, vague, or uncertain: an obscure sentence in the contract.

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