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tektite

tek·tite

tektite

 
pronunciation:
tek taIt
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part of speech: noun
definition: any of numerous small, roundish pieces of natural glass found in various parts of the world and believed to have originated from meteorite impacts when melted terrestrial rocks get ejected into the air and then quickly cool.
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