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deuteric

Pronunciation: /ˈdjuːtərɪk/
Definition of deuteric

adjective

Geology
  • relating to or denoting alteration of the minerals of an igneous rock during the later stages of consolidation.

Origin:

early 20th century: from deutero- 'secondary' + -ic

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Definition of deuteric in the US English dictionary
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