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marble

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/mɐɾˈmɔɾɨ/mar·mó·re

Definition

A compact, crystalline metamorphic rock, often used in sculpture and construction due to its polishability.

“The sculpture was made from white Carrara marble.”

“The entrance floor is made of marble.”

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