Ruiniform

Ruiniform
Ruiniform Ru"in*i*form, a. [Ruin + -form: cf. F. ruiniforme.] Having the appearance of ruins, or of the ruins of houses; -- said of certain minerals. [1913 Webster]

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  • ruiniform — ru·in·i·form …   English syllables

  • ruiniform — ˈrüə̇nəˌfȯrm, ˈru̇ə̇ , rüˈin adjective Etymology: ruin (I) + iform : having the appearance of ruins used of minerals …   Useful english dictionary

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