galet

ɡa.lɛ

Definitions

1. noun

A rounded fragment of rock or stone, typically smoothed by the action of the sea or a river.

“The beach was littered with galets, polished by the waves into smooth, rounded shapes.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling a galet; rounded and smooth.

“The galet stone was carefully polished to create a perfect, shiny surface.”

Synonyms

  • cobbles
  • pebble

Antonyms

  • angular
  • pointed