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gneiss: Meaning and Definition of
gneiss
Pronunciation: (nīs), [key]
— n.
- a metamorphic rock, generally made up of bands that differ in color and composition, some bands being rich in feldspar and quartz, others rich in hornblende or mica.
See also:
- gneiss (Thesaurus)
