Belemnitic

/ˌbɛləmˈnɪtɪk/ adjective

Relating to or containing belemnites, or resembling the characteristics of these ancient marine creatures.

Derived from 'belemnites' with the suffix '-ic' meaning 'of or pertaining to.' Used in geology to describe rocks, deposits, or features associated with belemnite fossils.

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