travertine

noun

trav·​er·​tine ˈtra-vər-ˌtēn 

-tən

: a mineral consisting of a massive usually layered calcium carbonate (such as aragonite or calcite) formed by deposition from spring waters or especially from hot springs

Examples of travertine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This method can etch natural stone, like marble or travertine. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 21 June 2026

The huge bathroom is fitted with his and hers rain showers and sinks, and a large travertine marble bathtub in the middle. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026

Crafted from travertine, each piece features unique variations in color and pattern for a one-of-a-kind look. — Lauren Murphy, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2026

Within a silent courtyard is the Italian restaurant Al Ventidue, crowned by a glass dome and a travertine nymphaeum-style fountain. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French travertin, from Italian travertino, trevertino, from Latin tiburtinus, adjective, of travertine, literally, of Tibur (Tivoli)

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for travertine

• acini
• aldine
• amine
• arsine
• carinii
• cosine
• delphine
• domine
• latine
• ovine
• pennine
• porcine

Kids Definition

travertine

noun

trav·​er·​tine ˈtrav-ər-ˌtēn 

-tən

: a mineral consisting of a massive usually layered calcium carbonate formed as deposits from spring waters or especially from hot springs