pelitic

English

Etymology

From pelite +‎ -ic.

Adjective

pelitic (comparative more pelitic, superlative most pelitic)

1. Relating to, or containing, pelite.
   • 1998, Henry C. Berg, Bradfield Canal Quadrangle: Alaska Resource Data File, page 117:

     Hostrock identified as quartzite may indicate silicification of pelitic country rock.

   pelitic schists

Anagrams

• tie clip