Dictionary
calx
Pronunciation: (kalks), [key]—
n.,
—pl. calx•es, cal•cesPronunciation: (kal'sēz). [key]
1. the oxide or ashy substance that remains after metals, minerals, etc., have been thoroughly roasted or burned.
2. lime
1 (def. 1).
Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease.