Tripoli
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Tripoli, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A soft, powdery rock made from the fossilized shells of tiny algae, used as a fine abrasive for polishing metal and stone.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Named after the city of Tripoli, one of the historical sources from which the polishing rock was traded.
Full origin of Tripoli →Frequently asked questions
What does “Tripoli” mean?
The word “Tripoli” means a soft, powdery rock made from the fossilized shells of tiny algae, used as a fine abrasive for polishing metal and stone. In plain terms, a gritty rock powder used for polishing, unrelated in modern use to any city.
How do you pronounce “Tripoli”?
“Tripoli” is pronounced TRIH-puh-lee (/ˈtɹɪpəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tripoli” in a sentence?
Here is “Tripoli” used in a sentence: “The jeweler used tripoli powder to bring a mirror shine to the silver ring.”
What part of speech is “Tripoli”?
“Tripoli” is a noun.
Where does the word “Tripoli” come from?
The word “Tripoli” comes from Polish. Named after the city of Tripoli, one of the historical sources from which the polishing rock was traded.
Is “Tripoli” a common word?
“Tripoli” is an uncommon word in modern English.