limestone

BrE /ˈlaɪm.stəʊn/ AmE /ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/

noun en → es

1 ROCK [noun] B1

a type of rock that is formed from the remains of sea creatures and can be used to make cement, lime, etc.

caliza

Collocations limestone cave · limestone quarry

  • The area is famous for its limestone cliffs.

    La zona es famosa por sus acantilados de caliza.

2 BUILDING MATERIAL [noun] B1

a type of stone that is used in building and decoration, especially for making columns or statues.

piedra caliza

Collocations limestone statue · limestone wall

  • The church was built from local limestone.

    La iglesia fue construida con piedra caliza local.