Definitions

1. adjective

of or pertaining to a group of rocks in which the matrix is composed of a mixture of clastic minerals and chemical precipitates, often resulting from alteration of the clastic material

“The geologist studied the basiophytic rocks to understand their unique composition.”

2. noun

a type of rock characterized by its basiophytic composition

“The museum exhibited a collection of basiophytic rocks from around the world.”