Word: limescale
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: lime
scale
Definition: A white, chalky deposit of calcium carbonate found in kettles, washing machines etc., especially in a hard water area.
Morphemes:
Affix: lime
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Any inorganic material containing calcium, usually calcium oxide (quicklime) or calcium hydroxide (slaked lime).
Etymology Compounds: Affix: lime
Language: fr
Decoded: lime
PoS: Noun
Meaning: fruit (fruit, tree)
Affix: scale
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: Limescale; a hard chalky deposit, consisting mainly of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), that often builds up inside kettles, hot water boilers, and pipework, especially that for hot water