Tartareous

//tɑːˈtɛəɹi.əs// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Consisting of tartar; of the nature of tartar.
  2. 2
    Having a rough, crumbly surface.

    "Many lichens are tartareous."

Synonyms

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tartaroustartarous

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