GABBRO


Meaning of GABBRO in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈga-(ˌ)brō ]

noun

( plural gabbros )

Etymology: Italian, probably modification of Latin glaber smooth — more at glad

Date: circa 1828

: a granular igneous rock composed essentially of calcic plagioclase, a ferromagnesian mineral, and accessory minerals

• gab·bro·ic ga-ˈbrō-ik adjective

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