1. a type of sedimentary rock composed mainly of the mineral dolomite, often used in construction and industry
Usage: geology
2. a white or colored mineral consisting of calcium magnesium carbonate
Usage: mineralogy

Examples

• The quarry extracted dolomite for use in road construction.
• Dolomite formations are common in many mountain ranges.
• The building’s facade was made from polished dolomite stone.
• Geologists identified dolomite deposits in the limestone cave.
• The mineral dolomite has a distinctive crystal structure.
• Dolomite is often confused with limestone but has different properties.