grès
/ɡʁɛ/
sandstone
Le grès est une roche sédimentaire couramment utilisée en construction.
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock commonly used in construction.
geologyconstruction
A type of coarse-grained sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand-sized mineral particles or rock fragments.
Les architectes apprécient le grès pour sa durabilité et son esthétique naturelle.
Architects appreciate sandstone for its durability and natural aesthetics.
Often used in building materials and decorative stonework.
Collocations
grès rosepink sandstonegrès schisteuxschistose sandstone
Synonyms
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Geological Context
In geology, 'grès' is classified as a clastic sedimentary rock.
Word Origin
From Old French 'gres', from Latin 'grava' (gravel), related to 'granum' (grain).
Usage Notes
In French, 'grès' specifically refers to sandstone, while 'gravier' refers to gravel.
Word Breakdown
grès
sandstone
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