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Definition of pumice

pumice

/ˈpʌm.ɪs/
pum · ice
Plural:pumices
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Adjective:pumiceous
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Past Simple:pumiced
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Past Participle:pumiced
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Present Participle:pumicing
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pumice Lexical Profile

pumice Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A very light and porous volcanic rock formed when a gas-rich froth of glassy lava solidifies rapidly, commonly used as an abrasive for cleaning, polishing, or smoothing skin.

Example

"The geologist picked up a piece of grey pumice and demonstrated how easily it floated in a bucket of water."

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• verb

1

To rub, clean, polish, or smooth a surface or skin using a piece of pumice or powdered pumice.

Example

"The cabinetmaker carefully pumiced the lacquered tabletop to achieve a smooth, satin finish."

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• Rhymes for pumice

• Nearby Words

pulverize
pulverizer
puma
pumice
pummel
pump
pumped

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed via Old French 'pomis' from Latin 'pumex' (stem 'pumic-'), meaning 'pumice stone', which is related to Latin 'spuma' ('foam') in reference to the stone's solidified frothy appearance.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pumice. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pumice
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