phonolite

/fɒnəlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of igneous rock that is light-colored and contains phenocrysts of feldspar.

“The geologist studied the phonolite rock formation in the ancient volcanic site.”

Synonyms

  • feldspathic rock
  • porphyritic rock

Antonyms

  • metamorphic rock
  • sedimentary rock