Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ardosia
Noun
/ɑːrˈdoʊ.si.ə/
Definition
Ardosia is a type of rock that is often used in construction and building materials.
Examples
- The roof of the house was covered with beautiful ardosia tiles.
- Ardosia is an excellent material for creating durable and attractive flooring.
Meaning
The term refers to a slate, which is a fine-grained metamorphic rock derived from shale, primarily composed of clay minerals.
Synonyms
- Slate
- Schist
- Metamorphic rock