Lexic.us

Definition of Breccia

1. Noun. A rudaceous rock consisting of sharp fragments embedded in clay or sand.

Definition of Breccia

1. n. A rock composed of angular fragments either of the same mineral or of different minerals, etc., united by a cement, and commonly presenting a variety of colors.

Definition of Breccia

1. Noun. (geology) A rock composed of angular fragments in a matrix that may be of a similar or a different material. ¹

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Definition of Breccia

1. a type of rock [n -S] : BRECCIAL [adj]

Medical Definition of Breccia

1. A rock composed of angular fragments either of the same mineral or of different minerals, etc, united by a cement, and commonly presenting a variety of colours. Bone breccia, a breccia containing bones, usually fragmentary. Coin breccia, a breccia containing coins. Origin: It, breach, pebble, fragments of stone, fr. F. Breche; of German origin. See Breach. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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