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

The chef’s kitchen sports travertine countertops, dual copper sinks, and not just one but two pantries. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2025

In the entry hall, an archway slices through the central travertine wall without a single bead of trim. —Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025

Ribbed travertine walls with archive FF logo details complement silver or champagne metal accents and walnut wood touches, creating a luxurious yet warm atmosphere. —Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024

The travertine enhances safety without compromising aesthetics and gives the home a monastic feel, covering nearly every wall of the house. —Emma Reynolds, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

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
• arsine
• carinii
• cosine
• delphine
• domine
• latine
• leucine
• 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