pumice

/ˈpʌmɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A light, porous, and brittle volcanic rock that is formed when lava is quickly cooled.

“The scuba diver used pumice to clean her wetsuit.”

2. verb

To rub or grind against something in order to remove dirt or smooth its surface.

“She pumiced the rough stone to make it smooth for her garden.”

Synonyms

  • lava rock
  • scoria

Antonyms

  • basalt
  • conglomerate