effusive

Definition of effusive

ef`fu´sive
a.1.Pouring out; pouring forth freely.
2.(Geol.) formed by an outpouring of molten lava, or pertaining to rocks so formed.
3.overly demonstrative; expressing emotion in an unrestrained manner; exhibiting unrestrained enthusiasm; - of people and human actions; as, effusive thanks; an effusive letter of recommendation. Contrasted with reserved.
Effusive rocks
(Geol.) volcanic rocks formed by a nonexplosive outpouring of lava in molten or plastic form; in distinction from so-called intrusive, or plutonic, rocks.

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