rimstone

noun

rimstone

noun

Etymology From rim + stone.

1

A secondary mineral deposit, with a stone-wall-like appearance made up of calcite and other minerals, that builds up to create cave pools.

Synonyms
gour
Related terms
flowstone, stalactite, stalagmite, calthemite

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