Granite
/ˈɡræ.nɪt/noun
A hard, coarse-grained igneous rock composed mainly of quartz and feldspar.
Did you know?Granite's roots trace back to the Latin word 'granum,' meaning 'grain', suggesting its texture resembles small grains, connecting it to the earth's elemental forces.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
granum
“Seed, grain, or kernel, referring to the granulated texture of the rock.”
Old French
Old French
granite
“A term used to describe a stone with a grainy texture.”
16th Century
English
granite
“Adapted from Old French, used to denote a specific type of hard stone.”
Modern English
English
granite
“Referring to the hard, crystalline rock valued in construction and sculpture.”