phyllitic

/fɪˈlɪtɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or resembling phyllite rock, especially in having a shiny, layered appearance.
    • The artist used a phyllitic stone for the sculpture because of its smooth, reflective surface.
    • The phyllitic texture of the cliff face made it easy to split into thin sheets.
    • Hikers admired the phyllitic sheen of the rocks along the trail.
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