uintahite
/juːˈɪntəhaɪt/
noun
- A black, tar-like substance that is a type of asphalt found in the Uinta Basin of Utah and Colorado, used for paving and waterproofing.
- Workers used uintahite to seal the roof of the old building.
- Uintahite is sometimes called 'gilsonite' and is mined in underground tunnels.
- The road was paved with uintahite because it is very durable.
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