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gabbro

/ˈɡæbrəʊ/

/ˈɡæbroʊ/

Translations

gabbroadjective

/ˈɡæbrəʊ/

/ˈɡæbroʊ/

Used attributively to modify another noun in geological contexts (e.g., "gabbro layer").

Synonyms

gabbronoun

gabbros

Gabbro is a coarse-grained igneous rock.

Габбро — это крупнозернистая магматическая порода.

Synonyms

gabbroic rock

plutonic basalt

coarse-grained mafic igneous rock

black granite

gabbroadjective

Relating to, consisting of, or characteristic of gabbro.

The miners drilled through the gabbro layer to reach the ore.

gabbronoun

A coarse-grained, dark-colored, intrusive igneous rock composed mainly of plagioclase feldspar and pyroxene.

The geologist identified the rock sample as gabbro due to its coarse texture and dark color.

Gabbro considered as a material or substance.

The countertop was made of polished gabbro.