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Marble

/mˈɑrbəl/
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(noun) A metamorphic rock of crystalline limestone.

The building is built of marble of a most lovely color.
He carved marble into a statue.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The floors of the palace were made of polished ____, which looked very elegant and also felt very cool.

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