Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or denoting a type of meteorite that is composed primarily of iron and nickel, with little or no chondrules.

“The researcher studied the achondritic meteorite’s composition and origin.”

2. noun

A type of meteorite that is composed primarily of iron and nickel, with little or no chondrules.

“The museum exhibit featured a rare achondritic meteorite on display.”