The spelling of the word "foralites" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "for", is pronounced as [fɔː], with a long "o" sound. The second syllable, "a", is pronounced as [ə], with a schwa sound. The final syllable, "lites", is pronounced as [laɪts], with a long "i" sound and a "t" and "s" sound at the end. Therefore, "foralites" is spelled as [fɔːrəlaɪts] in IPA transcription.
In geol., certain tube-like markings occurring in sandstones and other strata.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.