English Explanatory Dictionary

calcrete

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sedimentary rock, a hardened deposit of calcium carbonate, capable of cementing together with other materials.

Pronunciation

/ˈkæl.kɹiːt/ /ˈkælˌkɹit/

Word forms

calcrete calcretes

Etymology

Blend of calcium + concrete.

Related words

calcretize calcretized gypcrete
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