slickstone

/sˈlɪkstoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sedimentary rock consisting of fine-grained silica particles, often used in the manufacture of glass.

“The ancient Romans used slickstone to create beautiful glass vessels.”

2. noun

A type of smooth or slippery rock, often found near waterfalls or streams.

“The hikers had to be careful not to slip on the slickstone near the river.”

Synonyms

  • glassrock
  • silica
  • smoothrock

Antonyms

  • granite
  • roughrock