stalactite
Translation
stalactite
Examples
A stalactite hangs from the cave ceiling.
A stalactite hangs from the cave ceiling.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) stalactite A stalactite hangs from the cave ceiling.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dripstone
Etymology
From Greek 'stalaktos', meaning 'dripping'.
Memory Tips
Stalac**t**ites hold on **t**ight to the ceiling.