adamellite
|ad-a-mel-lite|
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/ˌædəˈmɛlaɪt/
granitic rock
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adamellite' originates from the name of the Adamello massif in Italy, where this type of rock was first identified.
Historical Evolution
'Adamello' transformed into the term 'adamellite' to describe the specific rock type found in that region.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to rocks from the Adamello region, but now it broadly describes similar granitic rocks.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of granitic rock composed mainly of quartz, plagioclase, and orthoclase, with biotite and hornblende.
The geologist identified the rock sample as adamellite due to its mineral composition.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/03 01:36