Etymology

abyssolithic

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Today it means: Of or pertaining to an abyssolith. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 20ᵗʰ century.
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The story

From abyss (“deep”) + lithic (“rock like”).

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 20ᵗʰ century. Of or pertaining to an abyssolith.

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