Dolerites

/ˈdɒlərʌɪts/ noun

Definition

Plural of dolerite; multiple specimens or formations of this dark, fine-grained igneous rock.

Etymology

English plural formed by adding -s to dolerite. The word maintains its Greco-French origin through the singular form, with straightforward English pluralization.

Kelly Says

Dolerite sills in Scotland and Africa were quarried extensively for paving stones and construction—these ancient rocks have quite literally paved modern cities, making dolerites some of Earth's most-walked-upon geological materials.

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