B2nounsciencenature
US/ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/
UK/ˈlaɪm.stəʊn/
a pale rock made from the remains of sea animals, used for building and making cement
In context
Many famous caves are found in areas of limestone.
Rainwater slowly dissolves limestone and creates holes in the rock.
The cathedral was built with limestone from a nearby quarry.
Words that go with limestone
noun + noun
- limestone caveWe toured a huge limestone cave in the north.
- limestone cliffWhite limestone cliffs rise above the sea.
- limestone quarryThe limestone quarry employs about two hundred people.
- limestone landscapeThe limestone landscape attracts many hikers.
verb + noun
- dissolve limestoneAcid rain can dissolve limestone over time.