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

Dignitaries would climb up Bab al Silsilah, a narrow limestone street that ducks under an arched gate. —Ryan Byrnes, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025

Guests can spend the day between the beach and pool, or head out on a private yacht charter to explore the limestone cliffs and emerald coves of Phang Nga Bay. —Becca Blond, AFAR Media, 7 Oct. 2025

The terroir of the Oda Family Winery stretches across Western Georgia, an area known for its limestone soil. —Jessica Jungbauer, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2025

The surrounding limestone peaks of the Canadian Rockies scrape the sky, tempered in their reach by glaciers capping their lofty ambitions. —Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 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