lime pit

See also: limepit

English

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Noun

lime pit (plural lime pits)

  1. A limestone quarry.
  2. A pit in which lime is burnt.
  3. A pit in which lime is slaked.
  4. A pit of lime and water in which tanners dehair hides.
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