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ruiniform

adjective
ru·​in·​i·​form | \ˈrüə̇nəˌfȯrm, ˈru̇ə̇-, rüˈin-\

Definition of ruiniform 

: having the appearance of ruins —used of minerals

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First Known Use of ruiniform

1805, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for ruiniform

ruin entry 1 + -iform

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