Synonyms for the word "limekilns" include lime furnaces, lime ovens, and lime burners. These structures are used for the process of burning limestone in order to produce quicklime. Other related terms include limestone quarries, which are where the raw material for the limekilns is mined, and lime pits, which are used to store the quicklime produced in the kilns. The use of lime in construction has a long history, with evidence of its use dating back to ancient civilizations. It is still used today in applications such as mortar, soil stabilization, and water treatment.