gonionia

/ɡɒnɪˈoʊniə/ (gon-ih-oh-nee-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of rock formation, particularly a type of granite with large crystals, especially in the UK, often found near the River Dart in Devon.

“The Dartmoor hills are known for their distinctive gonionia formations.”

Synonyms

  • granite
  • rock formation

Antonyms

  • sedimentary rock