gneissic
/ˈnaɪsɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or having the characteristics of gneiss, especially a banded or layered structure.
- Hikers admired the gneissic cliffs along the trail, noting their striped appearance.
- The gneissic texture of the rock showed clear alternating light and dark bands.
- The geologist described the sample as gneissic because of its distinct foliation.