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词汇 elvan
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Definition of elvan in English:

elvan

noun ˈɛlv(ə)nˈelvən
mass nounGeology
  • Hard intrusive igneous rock found in Cornwall, typically quartz porphyry.

    〔地质〕淡英斑岩

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Less frequently elvan has been met with in apparently isolated masses.
    • Molybdenite and corundum are also found in the schist through which the elvan dykes have cut.

Origin

Early 18th century: perhaps via Cornish from Welsh elfen 'element'.

Definition of elvan in US English:

elvan

nounˈelvən
Geology
  • Hard intrusive igneous rock found in Cornwall, England, typically quartz porphyry.

    〔地质〕淡英斑岩

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Less frequently elvan has been met with in apparently isolated masses.
    • Molybdenite and corundum are also found in the schist through which the elvan dykes have cut.

Origin

Early 18th century: perhaps via Cornish from Welsh elfen ‘element’.

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