Definition of Pisolite

1. n. A variety of calcite, or calcium carbonate, consisting of aggregated globular concretions about the size of a pea; -- called also peastone, peagrit.

Definition of Pisolite

1. a limestone [n -S] - See also: limestone

Medical Definition of Pisolite

1. A variety of calcite, or calcium carbonate, consisting of aggregated globular concretions about the size of a pea. Synonym: peastone, peagrit. Oolite is similar in structure, but the concretions are as small as the roe of a fish. Origin: Gr. A pea: cf. F. Pisolithe. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pisolite

pishogues
pishu
pisiform
pisiform
pisiforms
pisiform bone
pisiform bone
piskies
pisky
pismire
pismire
pismires
piso
pisohamate ligament
pisolite (current term)
pisolite (current term)
pisolites
pisolith
pisoliths
pisolitic
pisolitic
pisometacarpal ligament
Pisonia
Pisonia aculeata
pisophalt
pisos
pisotriquetral joint
pisounciform ligament
pisouncinate ligament
piss

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