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claystone
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/ˈkleɪstəʊn/
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/ˈkleɪstoʊn/
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claystone
noun
claystones
pl
глинистый сланец
The geologist examined the claystone for fossils.
Геолог исследовал глинистый сланец на наличие окаменелостей.
Synonyms
shale
mudstone
siltstone
claystone
adjective
UK
/ˈkleɪstəʊn/
US
/ˈkleɪstoʊn/
Used attributively in geological contexts (e.g., "claystone layers").
Synonyms
clayey
argillaceous
clay-rich
clay-laden
clay-bearing
Definitions
claystone
noun
A sedimentary rock composed primarily of clay-sized particles.
The geologist examined the claystone to determine its mineral composition.
claystone
adjective
Relating to, consisting of, or made of claystone.
The claystone layers yielded well-preserved fossils.
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