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pahoehoe

/pəˈhoʊhoʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does pahoehoe mean?

noun

Smooth, billowy lava that has a shiny, glassy appearance, typically formed by the flow of fluid lava. A type of lava flow characterized by its smooth, rounded surface.

Example

"The pahoehoe lava flow was a sight to behold, with its smooth, glassy surface reflecting the sunlight."

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