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Stalactite
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a tapering, icicle-like mineral formation hanging from the roof of a cave or underground structure, typically composed of calcium carbonate deposited by dripping water containing dissolved minerals
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
stalactites
Examples
Caves often feature beautiful stalactites formed over time by mineral-rich water dripping from the ceiling.
