Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for MAD'RE-PO-RITE
MAD'RE-PO-RITE, n.
- A variety of limestone, so called on account of its occurring in radiated prismatic concretions resembling the stars of madrepores. When rubbed, it emits the smell of sulphureted hydrogen gas.
- Fossil madrepore.
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