Boxwork

/ˈbɑks.wɜːrk/ noun

Geological formations in caves featuring a honeycomb-like network of ridges and thin dividing walls; also refers to box-like structural joinery in construction.

Compound of 'box' (the geometric form) and 'work' (from Old English 'weorc,' labor or structure), describing both cave formations and construction techniques.

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