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
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Oyster shells are naturally rich in calcium carbonate — otherwise known as limestone.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Conventionally, cement is made by grinding up limestone and heating up to around 3,000 degrees.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The windowed kitchen also has limestone countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a Viking wine cooler, which is kind of funny.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 18 May 2026
Beyond the limestone façade, seven-and-a-half acres of historic gardens unfold within the city’s bastions, home to yoga classes in the summer.
—William Jones, USA Today, 18 May 2026
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Conventionally, cement is made by grinding up limestone and heating up to around 3,000 degrees.
—Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The windowed kitchen also has limestone countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a Viking wine cooler, which is kind of funny.
—Katie McDonough, Curbed, 18 May 2026
Beyond the limestone façade, seven-and-a-half acres of historic gardens unfold within the city’s bastions, home to yoga classes in the summer.
—William Jones, USA Today, 18 May 2026
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“Limestone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limestone. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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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
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