Definition of vesuvian
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a match used especially formerly for lighting cigars
Vesuvian
adjectiveDefinition 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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The first known use of vesuvian was in 1661
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