Syenite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsaɪənaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Syenite is a noun meaning (geology, obsolete) Granite.
Meaning
(geology, obsolete) Granite.
More Meanings
- (geology) An igneous rock composed of feldspar and hornblende.
Example Sentences
Much of the southern half of the southeastern body is a mafic syenite, slightly more felsic than the shonkinite.
The temple, of which some massive hewn blocks and a fine column of Syenite granite still mark the site, occupied a terrace facing the source of the river and commanding a magnificent prospect.
Word Forms
- syenites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include porphyry, pegmatite, augite, nephelite, nepheline, sodalite.
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