miliolitic

/ˌmɪliˈɒlɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or having the structure of miliolus, a genus of foraminifera with a rounded or oval shell having an aperture at one end.

“The miliolitic fossils found in the rock layers provided valuable information to scientists.”

2. noun

A rock or sedimentary deposit characterized by the presence of miliolus fossils.

“The miliolitic layer of rock was rich in fossilized foraminifera.”

Synonyms

  • foraminiferal
  • milioloid

Antonyms

  • non-foraminiferal
  • non-miliolitic