psammitic

/sæmˈɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling sandstone, especially a type of sandstone formed from cemented sand grains

“The geologist noted the psammitic structure of the rock face.”

2. noun

a type of sandstone

“The psammitic outcropping dominated the surrounding landscape.”

Synonyms

  • arenaceous
  • sandstone

Antonyms

  • schistose
  • shaley