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pumice

/ˈpʌmɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does pumice mean?

noun

A light, porous, and highly vesicular volcanic rock that is formed by the rapid cooling of lava. It is often used as an abrasive.

Example

"The hikers used pumice to clean their hiking boots after crossing the volcanic terrain."

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