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Definition of biolith in English: biolithnoun ˈbʌɪəlɪθ Geology Originally: a rock of organic origin; specifically one composed of the remains of living organisms or produced by the activity of such organisms. In later use also: a mineralized particle of animal or plant origin, found in soil, rock, etc.
Origin Mid 19th century. From bio- + -lith, after German Biolith. Definition of biolith in US English: biolithnounˈbʌɪəlɪθ Geology Originally: a rock of organic origin; specifically one composed of the remains of living organisms or produced by the activity of such organisms. In later use also: a mineralized particle of animal or plant origin, found in soil, rock, etc.
Origin Mid 19th century. From bio- + -lith, after German Biolith. |