flowstone

/ˈfloʊstoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of speleothem, a mineral deposit formed by the slow accumulation of calcium carbonate, typically in caves.

“The flowstone formations in the cave were breathtaking.”

2. noun

a type of travertine, a type of limestone, formed by the precipitation of calcium carbonate from mineral-rich water.

“The geologist studied the flowstone deposits to understand the region’s geological history.”

Synonyms

  • calcium carbonate deposit
  • speleothem
  • travertine

Antonyms

  • non-mineral deposit
  • non-speleothem