lithoidite

/ˌlɪθoʊˈɪdaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of rock or mineraloid that resembles rock in its external appearance, but lacks the characteristic properties of a rock.

“The geologist carefully examined the sample, determining that it was a lithoidite with unique crystalline structures.”

Synonyms

  • mineraloid
  • rock-like substance

Antonyms

  • igneous
  • sedimentary