Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quarriable
adjective
/ˈkwɔːr.i.ə.bəl/
Definition
Capable of being quarried; refers to materials that can be extracted from the ground, especially stone or granite.
Examples
- The granite in this region is highly quarriable.
- Due to its quarriable nature, the limestone was extensively used in construction.
Meaning
The term quarriable describes a substance that is suitable for being mined from a quarry.
Synonyms
- Extractable
- Mined
- Diggable
