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volcanism|ˈvɒlkənɪz(ə)m|
[a. F. volcanisme: see volcano n. and -ism, and cf. vulcanism.]
The state, condition, or character of being volcanic; volcanic action or phenomena.
1869J. Phillips Vesuv. v. 150 Even if no other indication of former volcanism be traceable. 1882Geikie Geol. Sk. 276 The vast number of fissures..appeared hardly to connect themselves with any known phase of volcanism. 1895Pop. Sci. Monthly Mar. 577 Much more attention than formerly is now paid to the study of volcanism. |