ironstone

/ˈaɪərnstəʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A sedimentary rock, typically of a brown or blue colour, composed mainly of iron carbonate and calcite, often used as a building stone.

“The old mansion was built using local ironstone, which still stands today.”

Synonyms

  • iron ore
  • siltstone

Antonyms

  • feldspar
  • silicate