quartzite

noun

quartz·ite | \ ˈkwȯrt-ˌsīt

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Definition of quartzite

: a compact granular rock composed of quartz and derived from sandstone by metamorphism

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Recent Examples on the Web The island, which is topped with white quartzite, offers seating for four and houses the gas stove. — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, "Home of the Week: A condo where you can park your car — and your inner child," 22 Jan. 2021 The house’s original kitchen became a bar and pantry space, with a wine fridge, glass-front custom cabinets by Jackson Cabinetry and coordinating Nero leathered quartzite counters. — Sarah Bonnette | Contributing Writer, NOLA.com, "Floor-to-ceiling windows let the Indoors and outdoors merge in a sleek Covington renovation," 30 Dec. 2020 The kitchen is equipped with Wolf, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances and quartzite countertops. — Dallas News, "Firm: Buy your next home before the year ends," 15 Nov. 2020 The kitchen features Alpine White quartzite countertops, custom cabinets and top-of-the-line appliances, as well as a butler’s kitchen. — Robyn A. Friedman, sun-sentinel.com, "Gables Estates mansion features walls of glass for $49.9 million | Photos," 5 Nov. 2020 The white quartzite slab in the kitchen extends from a work island to an eating table in a smooth sweep 15 feet long and 3 inches thick. — Judy Rose, Detroit Free Press, "$2.4M Birmingham super condo has been redone from the drywall out," 17 Oct. 2020 For the countertops, the couple chose Glacial quartzite with rose veining. — Kelsey Murrietta, The Arizona Republic, "Scottsdale family updates midcentury home with a nod to its roots. Take a look," 9 Oct. 2020 Custom rift cut oak cabinetry in a natural finish can be found throughout the home, as well as quartzite and marble countertops, floating vanity mirrors and large closets with built-ins. — Dallas News, "Riseman Development Company highlights Midway Hollow home in Dallas," 9 Aug. 2020 The open floor plan home has four bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms and comes with contemporary design features that include a linear fireplace, natural quartzite counters and reclaimed white oak flooring. — Ebony Day, The Arizona Republic, "Scottsdale DC Ranch hillside mansion sells for more than $6M," 8 Sep. 2020

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“Quartzite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quartzite. Accessed 7 Mar. 2021.

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