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Vesuvian

Vesuvian Meaning & Definition
Vesuvian Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Vesuvian?

[n] a green or yellow or brown mineral consisting of a hydrated silicate; it occurs as crystals in limestone and is used a gemstone

Synonyms | Synonyms for Vesuvian: idocrase | vesuvianite

Related Terms | Find terms related to Vesuvian:

See Also | mineral

Vesuvian In Webster's Dictionary

\Ve*su"vi*an\, n. A kind of match or fusee for lighting cigars, etc.
\Ve*su"vi*an\, a. [Cf. F. V['e]suvien, It. Vesuviano.] Of or pertaining to Vesuvius, a volcano near Naples.
\Ve*su"vi*an\, n. [G. vesuvian. See {Vesuvian}, a.] (Min.) Vesuvianite.

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