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- [oh-uh-lahyt]
- /ˈoʊ əˌlaɪt/
- /ˈəʊə.laɪt/
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- [oh-uh-lahyt]
- /ˈoʊ əˌlaɪt/
Definitions of oolite word
- noun oolite a limestone composed of minute rounded concretions resembling fish roe, in some places altered to ironstone by replacement with iron oxide. 1
- noun oolite Limestone consisting of a mass of rounded grains (ooliths) made up of concentric layers. 1
- noun oolite any sedimentary rock, esp limestone, consisting of tiny spherical concentric grains within a fine matrix 0
- noun oolite a tiny, spherical or ellipsoid particle with concentric layers, usually of calcium carbonate, formed in wave-agitated sea waters 0
- noun oolite a rock composed chiefly of oolites 0
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Origin of oolite
First appearance:
before 1775 One of the 45% newest English words
1775-85; (< French oölithe) < New Latin oölithēs. See oo-, -lite
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Parts of speech for Oolite
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oolite popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
oolite usage trend in Literature
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