batholithic

/ˌbæθəˈlɪθɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of a batholith (a large underground mass of igneous rock).
    • Batholithic structures can be found in many ancient mountain belts.
    • The map showed the batholithic core of the mountain range.
    • The batholithic rocks in this area are mostly granite.
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