: a volcanic glass full of cavities and very low in density that is used especially in powder form for smoothing and polishing
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The hair cleaning stone, like a generic pumice stone found in the plumbing aisle, is optimal for removing stubborn pet hair, the detailer added.
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Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
According to an article published in the archaeological park’s electronic journal, the man and woman were trapped inside the small room after pumice filled the adjoining areas of the house, blocking their ability to open a door and escape the situation.
—Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 12 Aug. 2024
Large chunks of pumice stone apparently rained down around the volcano, and the dark column of smoke could be seen from over 300 miles away.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Soft, smooth feet are oh-so achievable with help from these pumice stones.
—Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
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Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
According to an article published in the archaeological park’s electronic journal, the man and woman were trapped inside the small room after pumice filled the adjoining areas of the house, blocking their ability to open a door and escape the situation.
—Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 12 Aug. 2024
Large chunks of pumice stone apparently rained down around the volcano, and the dark column of smoke could be seen from over 300 miles away.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
Find it on Amazon The Exfoliating Pumice Stones Made From Natural, Hardened Lava
Soft, smooth feet are oh-so achievable with help from these pumice stones.
—Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
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pumice
noun
pum·ice
ˈpəm-əs 
: a very light glass that is formed by the rapid cooling of lava from volcanoes, is full of small holes, and is used especially in powder form for smoothing and polishing
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pumice
noun
pum·ice
ˈpəm-əs
: a volcanic glass full of cavities and very light in weight used especially in powder form for smoothing and polishing
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