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Vesuvian
Ve·su·vi·an [ və svee ən ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. relating to Vesuvius: relating to or like the volcano Vesuvius
2. volatile: marked by volatile sudden outbursts
[Late 17th century. After Mount Vesuvius in S Italy]
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