volcanic

adj. connected to a volcano or produced by one.

adj. pertaining to, produced by, or affected by the activity of a volcano.

“The island is famous for its black volcanic sand and hot springs.”

“Geologists collected several volcanic rock samples to determine the exact date of the last major eruption in the archipelago.”

adj. used to describe a person or feeling that is very violent or sudden, like an explosion.

adj. reminiscent of a volcanic eruption; characterized by sudden, violent outbursts of emotion or energy.

“He has a volcanic temper and often shouts when he is stressed.”

“The director was notorious for his volcanic outbursts, which often left the cast and crew in a state of constant anxiety.”

n. a type of rock that comes from a volcano.

n. a rock formed from magma erupted from a volcano; typically used in geological or construction contexts.

“The garden path was lined with dark volcanic to help with drainage.”

“The local architecture is distinctive for its heavy use of volcanic, a material both abundant and durable in this tectonic region.”

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