dripstone

• Nom désignant une concrétion de carbonate de calcium qui se dépose dans les grottes et forme des stalactites et des stalagmites, ou un élément de pierre en saillie destiné à protéger un mur de l'eau de pluie.

A noun referring to a form of calcium carbonate that accumulates in caves, creating stalactites and stalagmites, or to a protective stone feature designed to divert water.

1. Calcium carbonate formationB2formalscientific

   A mineral deposit, such as a stalactite or stalagmite, formed by the dripping of water containing dissolved calcium carbonate.

   Concrétion calcaire due à l'eau qui suinte

   • The cave was filled with ancient dripstone formations.
   • Stalactites are a common type of dripstone found in limestone caves.
   • Over thousands of years, dripstone builds up into large columns.
   • The geologist studied the layers of dripstone to understand past climates.

2. Protective stone dripC1formaltechnical

   A stone projection or molding designed to divert water away from a building's surface, preventing erosion or water damage.

   Larmier

   • The old church had intricately carved dripstones above the windows.
   • Stone dripstones are often used in Gothic architecture to protect the walls.
   • The architect specified dripstones to channel rainwater away from the foundation.
   • Many historical buildings feature dripstones that have weathered over centuries.

   Synonymesdriplabel