avenolith

/ˌæv.ɪˈnɒlɪθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A stone or boulder embedded in the surface of another rock, especially a stone enclosed in the centre of a larger rock.

“The avenolith in the granite wall had been formed millions of years ago.”

Synonyms

  • enclosure
  • inclusion

Antonyms

  • exposure