adj, noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A small node of calcite, aragonite or gypsum that forms on surfaces in caves, especially limestone caves.

Adjective

1. 1
   Having the shape or form of coral. not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms

cave popcorncave popcorncorallinecorallinecoralloidalcoralloidal

Etymology

From coral + -oid.

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