lumachel Meaning, Definition & Usage

Lu"ma*chel, Lu`ma*chel"la noun (Also<
  • Lumachel
  • Lumachella
)
Etymology
F. lumachelle, It. lumachella, fr. lamachella a little snail, dim. of lumaca a snail, fr. L. limax, -acis.
Definitions
  1. (Min.) A grayish brown limestone, containing fossil shells, which reflect a beautiful play of colors. It is also called fire marble, from its fiery reflections.

Webster 1913