kalkflis
Swedish
noun
Definitions
- a (slice of flat) limestone, in particular one with natural (flat and smooth) surface
- a layer of limestone (as part of the bedrock)
- gravel (grain circa 2-6 mm) of limestone (used for sanding on snow)
Etymology
Compound from Swedish kalk (limestone) + Swedish flis (splinter, chip).
Origin
Swedish
flis
Gloss
splinter, chip