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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

stalagmite

/ˈstæləɡmaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does stalagmite mean?

noun

A cone-shaped or icicle-shaped stalactite that hangs from the roof of a cave, formed by the accumulation of calcium carbonate from dripping water.

Example

"The stalagmites in the cave were thousands of years old and a testament to the region's geological history."

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