Definition for CAL-CIM'U-RITE

CAL-CIM'U-RITE, n. [of calx, lime, and muria, salt water.]

A species of earth, of the muriatic genus, of a blue or olive green color, of the consistence of clay. It consists of calcarious earth and magnesia tinged with iron. – Kirwan.

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