First Known Use: 1902
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karst
noun \ˈkärst\
Definition of KARST
: an irregular limestone region with sinkholes, underground streams, and caverns
— karst·ic \ˈkär-stik\ adjective
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Origin of KARST
German, from Slovene dialect or Croatian dialect kras, kars, type of rock, region composed of such rock
Karst
geographical name \ˈkärst\
Definition of KARST
limestone plateau NE of Istrian Peninsula in W Slovenia extending into E Italy
Variants of KARST
Karst or Kras \ˈkräs\ or Italian Car·so \ˈkär-(ˌ)sō\
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