calcareous
| Definition: | (adjective) Of, containing, or resembling calcium carbonate. |
| Synonyms: | chalky |
| Usage: | Immense accumulations of bird-guano gave the sides of Mount Mendif the appearance of calcareous rocks. Discuss. |
Word of the Day: January 29, 2021
Author: The Bronx Chronicle
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