vesuvian
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Definition of vesuvian
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a match used especially formerly for lighting cigars
Vesuvian
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Definition of Vesuvian (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : of, relating to, or resembling the volcano Vesuvius
2 : marked by sudden outbursts has a Vesuvian temper, but quickly controls himself —Sidney Shalett
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