basaltoid

bæsˈæloʊɪd

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or relating to basalt, a dark, fine-grained volcanic rock

“The landscape around the volcano was basaltoid, a testament to its ancient eruptions.”

2. noun

a rock or rock formation that resembles basalt

“The geologist carefully examined the basaltoid rock formation in the field.”

Synonyms

  • basaltic
  • volcanic

Antonyms

  • igneous
  • sedimentary