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micrite

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪkrʌɪt/

Definition of micrite

noun

[mass noun] Geology
  • microcrystalline calcite present in some types of limestone.
  • limestone consisting chiefly of micrite.

Origin:

1950s: from micr(ocrystalline) + -ite1

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