Burrstone
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈbɚstoʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Burrstone is a noun meaning A tough, silicified limestone formerly used to make millstones, typified by the presence of multiple cavities that originally housed fossilized shells.
Meaning
A tough, silicified limestone formerly used to make millstones, typified by the presence of multiple cavities that originally housed fossilized shells.
Word Forms
- burrstones
- burstone
Synonyms for burrstone
Depending on context, synonyms include buhr.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include burstone, buhrstone, microburin, rudstone, ostreolith, cornstone.
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