verutum

/ˈvɛr.uː.tʊm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossilized ammonite shell or a similar type of spiral shell.

“The museum displayed an impressive collection of verutum fossils from the ancient sea floor.”

Synonyms

  • ammonite
  • solenoid

Antonyms

  • calcite
  • gypsum