charnockite

UK
/ˈtʃɑː.nəˌkaɪt/
US
/ˈtʃɑr.nəˌkaɪt/

Translations

charnockitenoun
charnockites
pl
Charnockite is a type of granofels rock.
Чарнокит - это тип гранофельсовой породы.
charnockiteadjective
UK
/ˈtʃɑː.nəˌkaɪt/
US
/ˈtʃɑr.nəˌkaɪt/
Used attributively in petrology (e.g., "charnockite terrain").

Definitions

charnockitenoun
A type of granitic rock composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and hypersthene.
The geologist collected samples of charnockite from the outcrop for further analysis.
charnockiteadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or composed of charnockite.
Field studies focused on the charnockite belts of southern India.