limestone

noun

lime·​stone ˈlīm-ˌstōn 

: a rock that is formed chiefly by accumulation of organic remains (such as shells or coral), consists mainly of calcium carbonate, is extensively used in building, and yields lime when burned

Examples of limestone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In other words, limestone quickly heats up, loses water, and flakes off. —Hannah Provost, Outside Online, 26 Apr. 2025

Inside, terracotta floors and limestone clay walls set the tone, while bold 10-meter yellow linen sofas steal the spotlight. —Mecca Pryor, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025

What To Know Most mainstream theories propose that the Egyptians used ramps and brute manpower as the primary methods for lifting the limestone blocks that make up the pyramids. —Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025

But the best thing to do is sit in the middle of town, people-watch, and take in its beautiful limestone streets. —Nico Lang, Them., 21 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing limestone

• nummulitic limestone

Rhymes for limestone

• acetone
• anglophone
• baritone
• bourguignon
• buspirone
• chaperon
• chaperone
• cobblestone
• collarbone
• cornerstone
• cortisone
• dictaphone

Kids Definition

limestone

noun

lime·​stone ˈlīm-ˌstōn 

: a rock that is formed chiefly from animal remains (as shells or coral), consists mainly of calcium carbonate, is used in building, and gives lime when burned