the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Of the nature of a calculus; like stone; gritty.
adj. Caused, or characterized, by the presence of a calculus or calculi; a, a calculous disorder; affected with gravel or stone.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Stony; gritty; hard like stone: as, a calculous concretion.
Arising from calculi, or stones in the bladder; caused by calculi: as, a calculous disorder.
Affected with the gravel or stone: as, a calculous person.
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adj. relating to or caused by or having a calculus or calculi
Word Usage
"Medical examination carried out at the end of June - beginning of July 2009 revealed gallbladder stones and pancreatitis and calculous cholecystitis were diagnosed."