igneous
|ig/ne/ous|
B2
/ˈɪɡniəs/
fire-formed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'igneous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'igneus,' where 'ignis' meant 'fire.'
Historical Evolution
'igneus' transformed into the Old French word 'igneus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'igneous' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of fire,' but over time it evolved into its current geological meaning of 'formed from molten rock.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of fire.
The igneous glow of the sunset was mesmerizing.
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Adjective 2
(Geology) Formed by solidification from a molten state, especially from lava or magma.
Granite is an igneous rock.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 23:37