grès
/ɡʁɛ/noun★Intermediate— sandstone
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.
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Often used in building materials and decorative stonework.
Collocations
grès rosepink sandstonegrès schisteuxschistose sandstone
Synonyms
💡Pro Tip
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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