limestone
US /ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/
UK /ˈlaɪm.stəʊn/
名詞
石灰岩
a hard sedimentary rock, composed mainly of calcium carbonate, used as building material and in the making of cement and lime
例:
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The ancient temple was built from local limestone.
その古代の寺院は地元の石灰岩で建てられた。
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Limestone is often used in the construction of roads.
石灰岩は道路の建設によく使われる。