clast

/klæst/

Definitions

1. noun

a fragment of a rock broken off from the parent rock

“The geologist studied the various clasts in the sedimentary rock formation.”

2. verb

to break or shatter

“The storm clast the windows of the old building.”

3. verb

to separate or break up into fragments

“The process of clast the large rocks into smaller pebbles was impressive.”

Synonyms

  • fragment
  • splinter

Antonyms

  • integrate
  • unite