granite

UK
/ˈɡræn.ɪt/
US
/ˈɡræn.ɪt/

Übersetzungen

granitesubstantiv
granites
Pl.
The monument was carved from a single block of granite.
Памятник был вырезан из одного блока гранита.
Synonyme
granite rock
hard rock
igneous rock
graniteadjektiv
more granite
Komp.
most granite
Super.
UK
/ˈɡræn.ɪt/
US
/ˈɡræn.ɪt/
Used attributively to denote something made of granite or figuratively to describe hardness/unyielding character.

Definitionen

granitesubstantiv
A very hard, granular, crystalline, igneous rock consisting mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar, often used as a building stone.
The kitchen countertops were made of polished granite, giving the room a sleek and modern look.
graniteadjektiv
Made of granite or resembling granite in hardness; extremely hard or unyielding.
Her resolve was granite, untouched by criticism.