calcisponge

/ˈkælkɪˌspuŋ/; /ˈkælkɪˌsponjdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of sponge that contains calcium carbonate.

“The fossilized remains of ancient calcisponges were discovered in the rock formation.”

Synonyms

  • calcium sponge
  • skeletal sponge

Antonyms

  • gelatinous sponge
  • non-calcifying sponge