SHIVERSPAR

Shiv"er-spar`, n. Etym: [Cf. G. schiefer-spath.] (Min.)

Definition: A variety of calcite, so called from its slaty structure; -- called also slate spar.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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