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schist

/ʃɪst/

schistnoun

schists

/ʃɪst/

Translations

The geologist examined the schist to determine its mineral composition.

Геолог изучил сланец, чтобы определить его минеральный состав.

Definitions

A type of metamorphic rock that is characterized by its foliated texture, which means it has layers or bands of minerals.

The geologist examined the schist to determine the conditions under which it formed.

Synonyms

metamorphic rock

schistadjective

more schist

Comp.

most schist

Super.

/ʃɪst/

Functions attributively before nouns to denote material or relation to schist.

Definitions

Made of, containing, or relating to schist.

The climbers followed a narrow path along the schist ridge.

Synonyms