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· Ancient Greek
μάγμα
2 English words descend from Ancient Greek
μάγμα
, most common first.
magma
A mixture of molten silicate rock, crystals, and gas within the earth, which may be erupted as lava or cool in place to form igneous intrusions.
magmatic
Pertaining to magma or magmatism.