limestone
Translation
limestone
Examples
Limestone is a common sedimentary rock.
Limestone is a common sedimentary rock.
The cliffs are made of white limestone.
The cliffs are made of white limestone.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a type of rock used in building. Limestone is a common building material.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chalk, marble, sandstone
Etymology
From 'lime' (a calcium-containing material) + 'stone'. It's literally a stone that contains lime.
Memory Tips
Imagine a stone that looks like a slice of lime, or a stone used to make lime for building.