oolites

/ˈoʊəlaɪts/
noun
  1. Plural of oolite; sedimentary rocks made of small, round grains.
    • Oolites are often found in regions that were once covered by warm seas.
    • The building's facade is decorated with oolites that sparkle in the sunlight.
    • The quarry contains layers of oolites from different geological periods.
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