argillite
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːɹɡɪlˌaɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "argillite"in English

Argillite
01

a type of rock formed from clay minerals that have been compressed and hardened over time, creating a dense and often smooth-textured material

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
argillites
Examples
The artist displayed a stunning sculpture carved from a single piece of argillite, highlighting its smooth, slate-like texture.
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