Meaning Of The Word Mafic

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Mafic? Find Mafic meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Mafic Meaning

Mafic Definition
Mafic Definition

What's The Definition Of Mafic?

mafic in American English
of or pertaining to igneous rocks that are rich in dark-colored minerals and that contain magnesium and iron and a comparatively low level of silica
adjective: of or pertaining to rocks rich in dark, ferromagnesian minerals

mafic in British English
adjective: relating to igneous rocks or silicate minerals
noun: a collective term for minerals present in igneous rock

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Bollocks ‐ Bollocks is used by some people to express disagreement…
  • Argovie ‐ Aargau; noun
  • Reprovable ‐ adjective: deserving…
  • Rosh Hodesh ‐ noun: the beginning of a new month in the Jewish…
  • Nibble ‐ Nibbles are small snacks such as biscuits, crisps…
  • Forward planning ‐ noun: planning or thoughts made…
  • Outlinear ‐ adjective: relating to…
  • Curfew ‐ in the Middle Ages, the ringing of a bell every…
  • Chrismon ‐ noun: the Chi-Rho; noun: the monogram and symbol…
  • Tour manager ‐ noun: the person in charge of an organized trip…