Word: metaquartzite
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: me
ta
quart
zite
Definition: Alternative form of quartzite; hard metamorphic rock consisting essentially of interlocking quartz crystals
Morphemes:
Affix: meta-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: Analogies and derivatives of metamorphism; change in the structure of rock by natural agencies such as pressure or heat or introduction of new chemical substances
Affix: quartz
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The most abundant mineral on the earth's surface, of chemical composition silicon dioxide, SiO2. It occurs in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous. Found in every environment.
Affix: -ite
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form nouns denoting rocks or minerals.