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ventifact

noun
ven·​ti·​fact | \ ˈven-tÉ™-ËŒfakt How to pronounce ventifact (audio) \

Definition of ventifact

: a stone worn, polished, or faceted by windblown sand

First Known Use of ventifact

1911, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for ventifact

Latin ventus "wind" + (art)ifact — more at wind entry 1

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