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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

quartzite

/kwɔrtsaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does quartzite mean?

noun

A hard, compact, granular rock formed by the metamorphism of sandstone or chert, often used as a building stone or in decorative applications.

Example

"The architect specified quartzite for the exterior cladding of the new skyscraper."

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