aa

/ˈɑːˌɑː/
noun
  1. A type of rough, jagged lava that forms when lava cools quickly.
    • The volcano erupted, producing both aa and pahoehoe lava.
    • The hikers carefully crossed the field of sharp aa lava.
    • Aa lava flows are much more difficult to walk on than pahoehoe.
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