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1. groundmass
noun. (geology) the matrix of fine-grained crystalline material in which larger crystals are embedded.
Synonyms
- porphyry
- igneous rock
Etymology
- ground (English)
- grund (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- mass (English)
- masse (Middle English (1100-1500))
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Example sentences of the word groundmass
1. Noun, singular or mass
Buff pumice is similar to its formation as light gray; it can occur when a transparent, colorless groundmass is present with few microcrysts.