tufaceous

/ˌtjuːfəˈuːs, -fiː-/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of tuff, a type of sedimentary rock formed from volcanic ash

“The tufaceous terrain stretched as far as the eye could see.”

2. noun

a region of tufaceous ground or rock

“The tufaceous area was a challenge to navigate due to its loose and unstable surface.”

Synonyms

  • tuffaceous
  • volcanic

Antonyms

  • limestone
  • sedimentary