boxworkn.

Brit.

/ˈbɒkswəːk/, U.S.

/ˈbɑksˌwərk/

Origin: Formed within English, by compounding. Etymons: box n.², work n.

Etymology: < box n.² + work n.

Geology. A lattice-like structure of thin blades of a mineral, typically calcite, deposited in cracks in limestone or other rock, and occurring in caves, mineral deposits, etc.

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1892 Evening Argus-Leader (Sioux Falls, S. Dakota) 23 Aug. 3/1 The first feature we find is the deepest boxwork of all colors and varieties found in this cave [sc. Wind Cave], being about 15 feet in depth.

1941 Sci. Monthly Sept. 223/1 The boxwork consists of fin-like projections of calcite which hang from the ceiling in a sort of honeycomb pattern.

1996 Beautiful Brit. Columbia Fall 13/3 People of all ages can handle these caves. Watch for formations of box-work, a honeycomb-like structure made of fragile calcite plates.

This entry has been updated (OED Third Edition, March 2021; most recently modified version published online December 2021).

单词	boxwork
释义	boxworkn. Brit. /ˈbɒkswəːk/, U.S. /ˈbɑksˌwərk/ Origin: Formed within English, by compounding. Etymons: box n.², work n. Etymology: < box n.² + work n. Geology. A lattice-like structure of thin blades of a mineral, typically calcite, deposited in cracks in limestone or other rock, and occurring in caves, mineral deposits, etc. ΚΠ 1892 Evening Argus-Leader (Sioux Falls, S. Dakota) 23 Aug. 3/1 The first feature we find is the deepest boxwork of all colors and varieties found in this cave [sc. Wind Cave], being about 15 feet in depth. 1941 Sci. Monthly Sept. 223/1 The boxwork consists of fin-like projections of calcite which hang from the ceiling in a sort of honeycomb pattern. 1996 Beautiful Brit. Columbia Fall 13/3 People of all ages can handle these caves. Watch for formations of box-work, a honeycomb-like structure made of fragile calcite plates. This entry has been updated (OED Third Edition, March 2021; most recently modified version published online December 2021). < n.1892
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