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pyrogenous
[ pahy-roj-uh-nuhs ]
/ paɪˈrɒdʒ ə nəs /
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How to use pyrogenous in a sentence
Gold is, however, much more common in the alluvial grounds than among the primitive and pyrogenous rocks just described.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines|Andrew UrePyrogenous oil of turpentine is another cheap and good solvent.
It is, however, much more common in alluvial grounds than among primitive and pyrogenous rocks.