Granitic

/ɡrəˈnɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of, relating to, containing, or resembling granite; having the crystalline structure or composition characteristic of granite.

Etymology

From 'granite' plus the suffix '-ic,' indicating 'of or relating to,' creating an adjective form meaning 'of the nature of granite.'

Kelly Says

Geologists use 'granitic' broadly to describe rocks across the world that have similar mineral composition and formation, even when they aren't technically granite—it's a family description!

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