rottenstone

/ˈrɑtnˌstoʊn/
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Definitions of rottenstone
  1. noun
    a weathered and decomposed siliceous limestone; in powdered form it is used in polishing
    synonyms: tripoli
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    type of:
    limestone
    a sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium that was deposited by the remains of marine animals
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