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vug

1. n. [Geology]

A cavity, void or large pore in a rock that is commonly lined with mineral precipitates.

Alternate Form: vuggyvugular

See related terms: mineralporevugular porosity

Photomicrograph of a vug.
Photomicrograph of a vug.