Granite (Noun)
Meaning 1
Plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The iconic statue was carved out of a single block of dark gray granite quarried from a local mountain range.
- The geological survey identified a vast pluton of granite beneath the Earth's surface, formed millions of years ago.
- Granite is often used in high-traffic areas like airport lobbies and public monuments due to its exceptional durability and resistance to wear.
- After analyzing the sample under a microscope, the geologist determined that it was indeed granite, with a visible crystal structure of feldspar and quartz.
- The builders selected granite for the construction of the exterior facade because of its distinctive texture and weather-resistant properties.
Hypernyms
Related Words
Meaning 2
Something having the quality of granite (unyielding firmness); "a man of granite".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.