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Definition of: massive
(mas′iv) adjective
1. Constituting a large mass; ponderous; large: a massive forehead.
2. Belonging to the total mass of anything.
3. Being without definite form, as a mineral; amorphous.
4. Geol. Homogeneous; said of certain rock formations.
5. Figuratively, imposing in scope or degree; having considerable magnitude. See synonyms under LARGE. [<F massif]
—mas′sive·ly adverb
—mas′sive·ness noun
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