limestone

English

/ˈlaɪmstoʊn/, /ˈlaɪmstəʊn/

noun
Definitions
  • An abundant rock of marine and fresh-water sediments; primarily composed of calcite (CaCO); it occurs in a variety of forms, both crystalline and amorphous.

Etymology

Affix from English lime (mineral) + English stone.

Origin

English

stone

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