Definition of Lithophyse

1. n. A spherulitic cavity often with concentric chambers, observed in some volcanic rocks, as in rhyolitic lavas. It is supposed to be produced by expanding gas, whence the name.

Definition of Lithophyse

1. Noun. (minerology) A spherulitic cavity, often with concentric chambers, observed in some volcanic rocks, such as rhyolitic lavas. ¹

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Medical Definition of Lithophyse

1. A spherulitic cavity often with concentric chambers, observed in some volcanic rocks, as in rhyolitic lavas. It is supposed to be produced by expanding gas, whence the name. Origin: Litho- + Gr. A flatus, air bubble. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lithophyse

lithontriptor
lithontriptors
lithopedian
lithopedion
lithopedions
lithophagous
lithophagy
lithophane
lithophanes
lithophile
lithophiles
lithophilia
lithophosphoric
lithophotography
lithophyll
lithophyse (current term)
lithophyses
lithophyta
lithophyte
lithophytes
lithophytic
lithophytic plant
lithophyton
lithophytous
lithopone
lithopones
lithops
lithos
lithosere
lithoseres

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