Synonyms for calcareous

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chalky · limy

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Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Resembling, containing, or composed of calcium carbonate or limestone; chalky.

Related words

Word family

calciferous

Example sentences

• chalky The chalky taste of the contrast left her feeling nauseous.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

4 letters

limy

6 letters

chalky