granolithic, a. (and n.)
(grænəʊˈlɪθɪk)
[f. grāno- (taken as combining form of L. grānum grain n.1) + Gr. λίθος stone + -ic.]
The designation of a particular kind of concrete. Hence, of buildings, etc.: Made of ‘granolithic’ concrete. Also as n., = granolithic concrete.
| 1881 P. Stuart Brit. Pat. 610 4 The granit and cement is mixed... This composition, which I call ‘granolithic’, is spread on the concrete so as to embed the iron rods. 1883 Fisheries Exhib. Catal. 35 Patent Granolithic Steps for Harbours. 1893 Daily News 3 Oct. 2/6 The corridors are floored with the well-known granolithic concrete. 1909 Pall Mall Gaz. 12 Apr. 2/2 An inscription in brass letters set in granolithic. 1956 Davies & Petty Building Elem. ix. 282 Special abrasive aggregates can be added to the granolithic to provide a non-slip surface. |