Granite

Pronunciation: /ˈɡræn.ɪt/

Definitions of granite

noun a very hard, granular, crystalline, igneous rock consisting mainly of quartz, mica, and feldspar and often used as a building stone

Example Sentences

A1 Granite is a type of rock.

A2 The kitchen countertops are made of granite.

B1 The tombstone was carved from a single piece of granite.

B2 The cathedral's pillars were constructed from imported granite.

C1 The quarry produces high-quality granite for construction projects.

C2 The sculptor used a chisel to shape the granite into a masterpiece.

Examples of granite in a Sentence

formal The kitchen countertops were made of polished granite.

informal I love the look of granite countertops in a kitchen.

slang That granite slab is lit!

figurative Her resolve was as solid as granite.

Grammatical Forms of granite

• past tense: granited
• plural: granites
• comparative: more granite
• superlative: most granite
• present tense: granites
• future tense: will granite
• perfect tense: have granited
• continuous tense: is graniting
• singular: granite
• positive degree: granite
• infinitive: to granite
• gerund: graniting
• participle: granited

Origin and Evolution of granite

First Known Use: 1646 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'granite' originated from the Latin word 'granum' meaning grain or seed, due to its coarse-grained structure resembling small grains.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'granite' has come to specifically refer to a type of igneous rock composed mainly of quartz and feldspar, known for its durability and use in construction.