pumice

noun

pum·ice | \ ˈpə-məs

Definition of pumice

: a volcanic glass full of cavities and very low in density that is used especially in powder form for smoothing and polishing

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Recent Examples on the Web The final steps include trimming the edges, brushing, combing and using a power sander and pumice stone to buff the leather on the opposite side of the fiber. — Barry Adams, Star Tribune, "Woman-operated Wisconsin tanning company is all natural," 3 Apr. 2021 Foot files are a step up from pumice stones in terms of their buffing potential. — Sian Babish, chicagotribune.com, "How to get rid of dead skin on feet," 21 Mar. 2021 Inadvertently preserved by the volcano’s ash and pumice, the city’s ruins have fascinated researchers for hundreds of years, with the first systematic excavations of the site taking place in the mid-18th century. — Isis Davis-marks, Smithsonian Magazine, "‘Miraculously’ Well-Preserved Ceremonial Chariot Found at Villa Outside of Pompeii," 2 Mar. 2021 The pumice stone is the worst thing that ever happened to feet. — Cat Quinn, refinery29.com, "Confessions Of A Celebrity Medical Pedicurist," 5 Jan. 2021 Stelson hopes one day to find the right technology to scan what lies beneath the pumice and other rock that covers this otherworldly landscape about 290 miles southwest of Anchorage. — Melissa Findley, National Geographic, "Destinations on the rise for 2021," 20 Nov. 2020 Exfoliating first with a pumice stone and following up with a moisturizer is the best way to ensure the hydration needed to keep your feet soft isn't blocked. — Sophie Wirt, Allure, "14 Foot Creams to Soothe Your Dry Feet and Cracked Heels," 15 Nov. 2020 This comfy pairing comes with an 18-inch by 18-inch throw pillow and a tasseled throw blanket in the color pumice. — Melissa Lee, USA TODAY, "35 amazing gifts you can get from Black-owned businesses," 5 Nov. 2020 This unexpected greenhouse in the lava fields of Iceland uses water enriched with nutrients and energy from a neighboring geothermal power plant to grow barley in volcanic pumice. — Frans Lanting, National Geographic, "When wildfires threaten your home," 9 Sep. 2020

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pumice

noun

English Language Learners Definition of pumice

: a gray stone that comes from volcanoes, is full of small holes, has a very light weight, and is used especially for smoothing and polishing things or for softening the skin

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pumice

noun

pum·ice | \ ˈpə-məs