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batholith

Pronunciation: /ˈbaθəlɪθ/
Definition of batholith

noun

Geology
  • a very large igneous intrusion extending to an unknown depth in the earth’s crust.

Origin:

early 20th century: coined in German from Greek bathos 'depth' + -lith

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Definition of batholith in the US English dictionary