trancoidal

/træŋksɔɪdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the trancoid, a type of rock formation.

“The geologist studied the trancoidal patterns on the ancient rocks.”

2. noun

a type of rock formation characterized by trancoid patterns.

“The hikers climbed over the trancoidal outcroppings to reach the summit.”

Synonyms

  • igneous
  • metamorphic

Antonyms

  • sedimentary