pumice
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Noun — A light, full of tiny holes volcanic rock, often used to scrub away dead skin.
How to use pumice
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pumice stone
pumice scrub
Etymology
From Latin pumex, "pumice stone."
Full origin of pumice →Frequently asked questions
What does “pumice” mean?
The word “pumice” means a light, full of tiny holes volcanic rock, often used to scrub away dead skin. In plain terms, a lightweight, rough volcanic rock, famous for the little stone people use to smooth skin.
How do you pronounce “pumice”?
“Pumice” is pronounced PUHM-ihs (/ˈpʌm.ɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “pumice” in a sentence?
Here is “pumice” used in a sentence: “She rubbed the rough patches on her feet with a pumice stone.”
What part of speech is “pumice”?
“Pumice” is a noun.
Where does the word “pumice” come from?
The word “pumice” comes from Latin. From Latin pumex, "pumice stone.".