Definition of BATHOLITH

batholith

Meanings

Plural: batholiths

Noun

  • large mass of intrusive igneous rock believed to have solidified deep within the earth
  • A large irregular mass of intrusive igneous rock that has melted or forced itself into surrounding strata

Origin / Etymology

From batho- + -lith.

Synonyms

batholite, pluton, plutonic rock

Scrabble Score: 17

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Words With Friends Score: 17

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