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calcareous

/kælˈkeə.ri.əs/

/kælˈkɛr.i.əs/

Translations

calcareousadjective

more calcareous

Comp.

most calcareous

Super.

/kælˈkeə.ri.əs/

/kælˈkɛr.i.əs/

calcaireTerme courant en géologie et en botanique.

The calcareous soil in the region is ideal for growing grapes.

Le sol calcaire de la région est idéal pour cultiver la vigne.

Additional translations

crayeuxSurtout pour décrire un sol ou un aspect « crayeux ».

Synonyms

calcareousadjective

Containing or composed of calcium carbonate; chalky.

The calcareous soil in the region is ideal for growing grapes.

Resembling or having the characteristics of lime or limestone.

The calcareous cliffs were a striking feature of the coastal landscape.

Growing on, living in, or thriving in calcium-rich or limestone environments.

Calcareous grasslands support a unique flora adapted to chalky soils.