stalactital

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The lower part of the base is of pure sandstone, the upper of a stalactital conglomerate of small pebbles, often perforated.

Journals of Travels in Assam, Burma, Bhootan, Afghanistan and the Neighbouring Countries William Griffith
The Jura range is composed of a peculiar kind of limestone abounding in caves, containing stalactital formations and the remains of extinct animals.

Holidays in Eastern France Matilda Betham-Edwards 1877