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1. (n.) dolomite
a very common mineral, calcium magnesium carbonate, CaMg(CO
2. dolomite
a rock consisting essentially or largely of this mineral.
Etymology: (1785–95; < F, after D. de Dolom(ieu) (1750–1801), French mineralogist; see -ite1)
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1. (noun) dolomite
a kind of sedimentary rock resembling marble or limestone but rich in magnesium carbonate
2. (noun) dolomite, bitter spar
a light colored mineral consisting of calcium magnesium carbonate; a source of magnesium; used as a ceramic and as fertilizer
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1. (noun) dolomite
a mineral consisting of the carbonate of lime and magnesia in varying proportions. It occurs in distinct crystals, and in extensive beds as a compact limestone, often crystalline granular, either white or clouded. It includes much of the common white marble. Also called bitter spar
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