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chalkpit

 

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Noun chalkpit has 1 sense
  1. chalkpit, chalk pit - a quarry for chalk
    --1 is a kind of pit, quarry, stone pit

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Chalkpit

Definition:

A chalkpit refers to a pit or quarry in which chalk is extracted or mined, typically for the production of lime or for agricultural purposes. It is a noun.

Sense 1:

In the context of geology, a chalkpit is a location where chalk deposits are found and excavated.

Example sentence: The geologist discovered a richly layered chalkpit while conducting research on the formation of sedimentary rocks.

Sense 2:

In the context of history, a chalkpit can also refer to a site where ancient tools or artifacts made of chalk have been discovered.

Example sentence: Archaeologists unearthed a fascinating collection of prehistoric hunting tools in an old chalkpit near the river.

Sense 3:

In British English, chalkpit can also be used to describe an open space or recreational area, often located in a rural region, where people gather for leisure activities.

Example sentence: Families enjoy picnics and nature walks in the beautiful chalkpit overlooking the scenic countryside.

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