Intrusive

noun

/ɪnˈtɹuːsɪv/

Word Frequency: 1.8

Definitions

1.nounAn igneous rock that is forced, while molten, into cracks or between other layers of rock

2.adjectiveTending to intrude; doing that which is not welcome; interrupting or disturbing; entering without permission or welcome.

"Did it ever cross your mind that he might find all those questions you ask intrusive?"

3.adjectiveOf rocks: forced, while in a plastic or molten state, into the cavities or between the cracks or layers of other rocks.

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