karst

[ kahrst ]

nounGeology.
  1. an area of limestone terrane characterized by sinks, ravines, and underground streams.

Origin of karst

1
1900–05; <German, generic use of Karst, name of limestone plateau north of Trieste

Other words from karst

  • karstic, adjective

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British Dictionary definitions for karst

karst

/ (kɑːst) /


noun
  1. (modifier) denoting the characteristic scenery of a limestone region, including underground streams, gorges, etc

Origin of karst

1
C19: German, from Karst, limestone plateau near Trieste

Derived forms of karst

  • karstic, adjective

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