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geode

Noun

ge=ode

WORDNET DICTIONARY

geode(n = noun.object) - (mineralogy) a hollow rock or nodule with the cavity usually lined with crystals;

geode, n. [F. géode, L. geodes, fr. Gr. earthlike; ge`a, gh^, the earth + e'i^dos form.].

A nodule of stone, containing a cavity, lined with crystals or mineral matter. [1913 Webster]

geode, n.
1 a small cavity lined with crystals or other mineral matter.
2 a rock containing such a cavity.

Derivative

geodic adj.

Etymology

L geodes f. Gk geodes earthy f. ge earth

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