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pumice Definition

pum·ice (pum′is)

noun

an extremely porous, glassy, extrusive igneous rock typically light enough to float on water, used as an abrasive and in making soaps, polishes, etc.

Etymology: ME pomis < OFr < L pumex < IE base *(s)poimno-, foam

transitive verb -·iced, -·ic·ing

to clean, polish, etc. with pumice

pumice Related Forms

pu·mi′·ceous (pyo̵̅o̅ mis̸h′əs) adjective

pumice Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • contain: Works in two ways: 1 ) Each treat contains pumice which is found in human toothpaste.
  • base: Land is river sand & pumice based with good quality top soil Large and flat with some trees & bushes.

Adjective modifier

  • volcanic: Did the fallout of volcanic pumice and ash from Thera make life impossible for the Minoans?
  • white: Patches of white pumice often lie over the black sand, and when it is thick enough it is easily rideable.

Modifies a noun

  • liner: Repairs to the chimney & fitting of pumice liner at Nant Rhys are planned for a work party in October.
  • chimney: For information on pricing of DM modular block chimney system please visit our Pumice chimney liners page.
  • stone: Many of us carry stones for good fortune or for healing; we even use pumice stones on our feet!
  • system: You can also build a new chimney using a pumice liner system.
  • rubber: A crescent shaped iron leather- working knife has been found alongside pumice rubbers.
  • page: For information on pricing of DM modular block chimney system please visit our Pumice chimney liners page.