pisolite Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pi"so*lite noun

Etymology

Gr. a pea + -lite: cf. F. pisolithe.

Definitions

1. (Min.) A variety of calcite, or calcium carbonate, consisting of aggregated globular concretions about the size of a pea; -- called also peastone, peagrit. ✍ Oölite is similar in structure, but the concretions are as small as the roe of a fish.