Meaning Of The Word Basanite

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basanite in American English
noun: a basaltic rock composed chiefly of plagioclase, olivine, and augite

basanite in British English
noun: a black basaltic rock containing plagioclase, augite, olivine, and nepheline, leucite, or analcite, formerly used as a touchstone

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